Community Resource Worker, PACE

DDRC; Calgary; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading organization dedicated to empowering adults with developmental disabilities as a Community Resource Worker. You will support clients in achieving their personal goals through tailored support in career planning, education, and everyday activities, all while fostering a respectful and inclusive environment.

Benefits

Paid training and development

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)

Vacation days and statutory holidays

Agency complimentary hours off per year

Free parking

Qualifications

• Minimum Grade 12 High School Diploma and a disabilities studies certificate/diploma.
• Current First Aid CPR/AED is required.
• Ability to work independently and coordinate services.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate personal plans and goals for clients.
• Provide behaviour support and personal care.
• Attend required workshops and maintain documentation.

Skills

Excellent written and oral communication

Knowledge of community inclusion

Time management and organizational skills

Creativity and responsiveness

Education

Disabilities studies certificate / diploma or similar education

Grade 12 High School Diploma

Current Standard First Aid CPR / AED – Level C

Tools

MS Office

Outlook

Job description

The DDRC hires passionate, driven individuals who live our values and can work independently. We offer a variety of roles, competitive benefits, and a culture that supports work / life balance.

We offer semi-fixed schedules that may change based on clients needs, paid training, development, coaching, Benefit Plan, Health Spending Account (HSA), Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP), WCB, vacation days, free parking, statutory holidays, and Agency complimentary hours off per year.

As a Community Resource Worker, you would provide support to adults with developmental disabilities in areas such as; career planning, education, employment and volunteer activities.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Facilitate and support clients in implementing and evaluating personal plans and goals
• Identify progressive steps towards identified roles and goals
• Provide an engaging and positive environment for clients
• Team development within individual team, across teams, inter-agency, intra-agency, and the community
• Provide personal care, as needed
• Provide behaviour support and follow outlined behaviour plans, as required
• Liaise with support networks; ensure regular communication with support networks
• Attend all required workshops and re-certifications
• Support clients in accessing resources regarding augmentative communication, if required
• Complete any required documentation within outlined timeframes (e.g., Case Notes, Medical Administration Reports, Incident Reports, Timesheets, etc.)
• Facilitate the development of relationships and natural supports
• Attend all required meetings and planning sessions, as requested
• Ensure full understanding and working knowledge of the ‘Community Resource Worker Position Profile’
• Maintain awareness of and adherence to Agency policies and procedures; work in accordance with Creating Excellence Together (CET) Accreditation Standards

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE ROLE :

• Disabilities studies certificate / diploma or similar education or equivalent experience, with a minimum Grade 12 High School Diploma
• Current Standard First Aid CPR / AED – Level C is required
• Driver’s license (and vehicle) are considered assets
• Proficiency in MS Office and Outlook
• Excellent written and oral communication
• Participate in self-development activities to ensure ongoing learning and maintain high standards of professionalism
• Knowledge of or experience in community inclusion
• Ability to work independently in the community
• Ability to identify issues requiring advocacy and advocate on behalf of clients and people with disabilities in general
• Ability to coordinate and access appropriate services and supports with clients
• Experience providing personal care
• Lift and transfer experience considered an asset
• Experience supporting clients with challenging behaviours

PERSONAL QUALITIES :

• Demonstrates values consistent with the DDRC mission
• Ability to work within a team environment
• Takes accountability for work performance
• Remains current on all mandatory certifications
• Sensitivity to issues related to vulnerable individuals
• Ability to display creativity and responsiveness in supporting clients to achieve their goals
• Proven time management and organizational skills; ability to meet deadlines
• Commitment in supporting clients to explore and fulfill their full potential
• Demonstrating inclusion and advocacy

WORKING CONDITIONS :

• Travel to all quadrants and communities with Calgary City Limits year round
• Working independently within both the community and client homes
• Attending team meetings and other commitments within the DDRC office

DDRC VALUES :

• We believe individuals have a right to explore and fulfill their potentials;
• We recognize the need for accountability and responsibility; and
• We foster an environment of respect, acceptance, accessibility, and interdependence.