Assessor, Prince Albert - SaskAbilities

Saskatchewan Abilities Council; Regina; On-site; CAD 41,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

The Saskatchewan Abilities Council is hiring an Assessor to conduct client-centered assessments using disability impact tools, in homes or public locations across the province.

The role requires travel, meticulous data recording, and analysis to ensure consistent use of tools, with reporting to the Senior Supervisor and Ministry staff.

Degree in Human Services and at least two years of assessment experience are required; valid Saskatchewan driver's license is essential.

Qualifications

• Degree in Human Services.
• Minimum of two years related assessment experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• In-depth understanding of disability issues and assessment tools.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-person assessments with individuals in homes or public locations.
• Travel within defined regions of the province, including occasional overnight stays.
• Record information in an electronic data management system.
• Analyze information for correctness and ensure consistent application of assessment tools.
• Provide project reporting to Senior Supervisor and Ministry staff.
• Maintain ongoing communication with Supervisors and other Assessors.
• Develop and coordinate daily workflow within timeframes.
• Liaise with community organizations as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Written & verbal comms

Disability assessment knowledge

Driver's license

Education

Degree in Human Services

Job description

Compensation Pay Class 16 (range of $30.39 to $37.83 per hour) plus benefit package

Duties and responsibilities:

The Assessor’s role is responsible for using a client-centred approach to conduct assessments with individuals, using established disability impact assessment tools. This position is also responsible for recording information obtained during the assessment process in a data management system and/or paper process, analyzing/reviewing information for correctness and ensuring the consistent and equitable application of the assessment tool.

Duties include:

• Conducting in-person assessments with individuals in their homes or public locations. In limited circumstances, assessments may be virtually or by phone.
• Travel is required, including occasional overnight stays, within defined regions of the province.
• Recording information obtained during the assessment process in an electronic data management system.
• Analyzing/reviewing information for correctness and ensuring the consistent and equitable application of the assessment tool.
• Providing project reporting and information as requested (verbal, paper, electronic), such as statistics, status updates, scheduling information, challenges, etc. to Senior Supervisor, management, and Ministry staff as required.
• Ongoing communication with Senior Supervisor and Administrator, as well as other Assessors in carrying out of responsibilities.
• Developing, scheduling, and coordinating daily workflow within specified timeframes.
• Liaising with other community organizations or support persons as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Education:

• Degree in Human Services.

Experience:

• Minimum of two years related assessment work experience.

Skills:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• In depth understanding of disability issues including conducting assessments (disability, impact, functional, vocational).
• Valid Saskatchewan Class 5 Drivers License and use of personal vehicle.

Final Candidates are required to provide satisfactory criminal record checks including a vulnerable sector search.

SaskAbilities is an inclusive organization, welcoming individuals of all abilities. We believe in workplace diversity and we do not discriminate in our employee selection. Race, colour, disability, religion, gender, national origin or sexual orientation does not play a role in our hiring decisions.