Community Resource Worker, Summer Student

DDRC; Calgary; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Community Resource Worker to support individuals with developmental disabilities. This role involves facilitating community activities, building meaningful relationships, and empowering clients to achieve their personal goals. You'll work independently in various community settings, providing essential support and care while promoting inclusivity and personal growth. The organization values diversity and offers a supportive work culture with opportunities for professional development. Join a team dedicated to making a positive impact in the community and enhancing the quality of life for individuals and their families.

Benefits

Paid training

Development coaching

Free parking

Mileage reimbursement

Statutory holidays

Complimentary hours off per year

Qualifications

• Minimum Grade 12 diploma and a disabilities studies certificate/diploma or equivalent experience.
• Current Standard First Aid CPR/AED – Level C certification required.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate and support clients in implementing personal plans and goals.
• Provide personal care and behaviour support as needed.

Skills

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Ability to support adult clients

Knowledge of community inclusion

Advocacy skills

Experience providing personal care

Participation in self-development activities

Education

Disabilities studies certificate/diploma

Grade 12 diploma

Tools

MS Office

Outlook

Job description

Are you looking for a great opportunity to build your career? Are you a candidate that is passionate, self-motivated, patient, and has a positive attitude, looking to support individuals to meet their Quality of Life goals through meaningful and creative supports?

If yes, take a look at the opportunity below.

About Us

The DDRC is a non-profit, registered, charitable organization that began in 1952. We offer programs and resources for children and adults with developmental disabilities, their friends and family, and other members of the community. The DDRC employee’s role models the DDRC mission - “DDRC promotes awareness and supports communities to include persons with developmental disabilities, thereby strengthening communities for all citizens.” If you believe in the DDRC's mission and values, we would welcome you to our team.

What The Role Provides You

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, free parking, mileage where applicable, statutory holidays, and agency complimentary hours off per year.

As a Community Resource Worker, you would engage in enjoyable community activities, build meaningful relationships, and make a positive impact on individuals’ and their families’ lives.

Key Responsibilities

• Facilitate and support clients in implementing and evaluating personal plans and goals
• Identify progressive steps towards roles and goals
• Provide an engaging and positive environment for clients
• Support team development within individual teams, across teams, inter-agency, intra-agency, and the community
• Provide personal care as needed
• Provide behaviour support and follow outlined behaviour plans, as required
• Support clients in accessing resources regarding augmentative communication, if required
• Facilitate the development of relationships and natural supports
• Attend all required workshops and re-certifications
• Complete required documentation within outlined timeframes (e.g., case notes, medical reports, incident reports, timesheets)
• Attend all required meetings and planning sessions
• Ensure full understanding and working knowledge of the ‘Community Resource Worker Position Profile’
• Maintain awareness of and adhere to agency policies and procedures; work in accordance with Creating Excellence Together (CET) standards

What You Bring To The Role

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

Personal Qualities

• Demonstrates values consistent with the DDRC mission
• Commitment to team unity and accountability
• Desire for continuous professional development and learning

Working Conditions

• Travel to all quadrants and communities within Calgary city limits year-round
• Work independently in the community and client homes
• Attend team meetings and other commitments at the DDRC office

DDRC Values

• We value diversity
• We believe individuals have the right to explore and fulfill their potential
• We recognize the need for accountability and responsibility
• We foster an environment of respect, acceptance, accessibility, and interdependence