Community Disability Support Worker

CA - Onsite - Regular Community Disability Practitioner

Why work for New Age Services?

NAS Inc. provides the best services for Individuals with development disabilities and complex needs through the support of our diverse team of dedicated professionals in the city of Calgary. As we value diversity and inclusion, we believe that it makes us stronger. We offer a collaborative team environment, ongoing training and development opportunities, competitive wages and benefits. Our culture is defined by the 3Ps - purpose, people, and pioneering. We are united by our shared value to serve a bigger purpose than ourselves.

You will be working with a team in our "Community Access" program. On this team you will be supporting a variety of individuals and could be working out in the community, in their homes, or in our main facility in the NE. The expected diagnoses for the Individual are Autism and Developmental Delays, OCD, ADHD, Schizophrenia, and FASD. Individuals may display physical behaviour of concerns. A behavioural support plan will be provided to advance and achieve Individual's goals. The position requires supporting Individuals with hygiene routines, meal preparation, g-tube feedings, house chores, getting groceries, and medication administration. We are also looking for someone who is comfortable driving in all quadrants of Calgary. This position will require driving and comfort with pets.

With a passion for supporting people with disabilities, you will…

• Provide medical, technological, environmental, emotional, physical, and behavioural support
• Attend medical/legal appointments with the Individuals
• Administer daily documentation, medication of the Individual, and key worker duties
• Assist Individuals in their daily chores and activities within the community or in the group home
• Support safety and cleanliness of the Individual's living space
• Complete tasks such as fire drills and hazard assessments
• Communicate with OPG/Guardians/Family Members
• Collaborate, advocate & research for the support Individual if necessary, such as hospitals if required
• Provide specific support to the Individuals on an ODP (Opioid Dependency Program) or O.A.T
• Drive to meet Individuals, or be able to transport them to activities or appointments throughout the day
• Learn the behavioural support plans to better understand Individual needs and requirements.
• Effectively complete required incident reports

About you:

You are compassionate, attentive, and passionate about working with people with disabilities. You are comfortable with providing full personal care, participating in social and recreational activities, advocating for the Individual in the community, and encouraging healthy lifestyles & social interactions. You have a good knowledge of community events and activities that could be useful to integrate the Individuals. You are professional, take ownership, and are willing to follow agency's policies and procedures. You are solution-driven, able to identify the need for support for the Individual's apprehensions/concerns. You are willing to take the time to understand and know your Individual and act/respond in their best interest while maintaining professional boundaries. You have previous experience working with Individuals with disabilities; therefore, you are willing to research, develop, and implement programs to provide for the growth of the Individual.

This is a Permanent position 30-hour/week position. The schedule will be Monday to Friday 9:00am- 3:00pm. This position will be suitable for an individual with an adaptive personality, as there will be a variety of tasks throughout the day. The starting pay rate for this position will be $21.19 with potential for a raise after the annual evaluation.

After three months probationary period, you will be eligible for cost-shared health and dental benefits along with 5 flex days after the three months of employment. As driving is a requirement, we reimburse the mileage at $0.50/km.

Minimum Requirements:

• Minimum of a Canadian Certificate/Diploma in the Human Services or Disability sector (equivalencies will be considered)
• Intermediate computer skills and MS Office proficiency
• Valid class 5 driver’s license and a reliable vehicle, with minimum $2,000,000 liability insurance by time of hire
• Must be comfortable swimming and being around pets.
• Comfortable supporting Individuals with diverse disabilities and complex diagnoses

Preferred Requirements:

• One-year relevant experience in the human services field and/or prior experience in a fast-paced day program/outreach is preferred
• Familiarity with Mental health, autism, Cerebral Palsy, ADHD, and Developmental Delay is an asset
• Previous training or experience with lifts, transfers, or g-tubes
• Previous work experience in a group home would be an asset
• Having a medical background - whether professional or academic

Covid-19 Vaccination Policy: New Age Services Inc. (NAS Inc.) is committed to the health, safety, and well-being of its staff and of all individuals who enter its workplace. COVID-19 is a respiratory viral infection that has infected millions of individuals across the globe, including Canada. Proof of full vaccination (two doses plus any additional boosters, as required) or medical proof or exemption will be mandatory for all NAS Inc. staff.