Direct Support Specialist Calgary

CBI Home Health; Calgary; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Skills development

National training mentoring

Health benefits

Flexible hours

Job summary

CBI Home Health is seeking Direct Support Specialists to help individuals live safely and independently at home and in the community. Under the direction of the Operations Manager, you will support daily living activities, medication administration, and personal care while promoting involvement with family and community.

You will work with adults with disabilities, require valid first aid/CPR, clear vulnerable sector checks, and a genuine commitment to dignified, person-centered care.

Qualifications

• Experience with adults with intellectual and mental disabilities.
• Experience with Autism, ADHD, and behavioural issues.
• Valid First Aid/CPR certification.
• Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector.
• Clear TB testing and security clearances as required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and promote physical care, including meal planning and medication administration.
• Support individuals to engage with family, friends, advocates and the community to ensure comfort, safety, and health needs are met.

Skills

Disability experience

Autism ADHD experience

Substance use experience

First Aid CPR

Vulnerable sector check

DSW or HCA

Communication skills

Calm demeanor

Education

Grade 12 or higher

Developmental Service Worker Certificate

Health Care Aide certification

Job description

Description

CBI Home Health supports people at home and in the community. We are one of Canada's leading specialized community services, home and integrated care providers, operating in more than 800 communities across the country. Our teams work together to deliver the right care at the right time, helping people live safely, independently, and with dignity. Come find out why we have been recognized by Deloitte as one of Canada's Best Managed Companies for the 15 th year in a row. Learn more at cbihomehealth.ca .

Why CBI Home Health?

We're committed to making a difference in people's lives - and that starts with yours. You'll enjoy a flexible schedule that allows you to achieve your goals at work and at home. As you care for others, CBI Home Health will care for you by providing the equipment, training and resources that you need to feel confident every day.

Take an inside look at what you'll do each day

Under the direction of the Operations Manager, the Direct Support Specialists will be responsible for maintaining and promoting physical care to include, menu planning and preparation, medication administration, personal care, activities of daily living, day-to-day house management, record keeping, etc.

The Direct Support Specialists will support individuals by promoting their involvement with family, friends, advocates and the community to ensure that their comfort, safety, and health requirements are being met. The Direct Support Specialists will also encourage individuals to develop individual skills, talents and abilities so that they may have maximum control over their own life.

QUALIFICATIONS

What you need to be successful:

• Experience/knowledge of working with adult clients with intellectual and mental disabilities.
• Experience working with clients who have challenging disabilities such as Autism, ADHD, and behavioural issues
• Experience/knowledge of working with clients with alcohol and drug dependencies.
• Must have a valid certification in emergency first Aid and CPR.
• Required to have a clear Criminal Record Check with the Vulnerable Sector
• Minimum Grade Twelve education, preferably post-secondary, Developmental Service Worker Certificate,Health Care Aide certification or a combination of related education/experience.
• Good communication skills (both verbal and oral), organizational skills, the ability to work effectively within a team environment, sound decision making abilities and the capacity to work with minimal supervision.
• A calm demeanor, as well as a positive attitude and belief that persons with disabilities have the right and responsibility to define and pursue their life choices and pursue active participation and involvement in the community
• Ability to meet conditions of employment including but not limited to: active Standard First Aid/CPR Level C, Immunizations: Diphtheria, Tetanus, Hep B, Varicella, Measles, Mumps, Rubella along with clear TB testing, a clear Security Clearance including Vulnerable Records check and Intervention Records Check

What CBI Home Health offers you

• Continuous learning and skills development, including management opportunities
• Training and mentoring from a national network of experts
• Competitive compensation with comprehensive benefits including group health, dental and vision benefits, provided you are working a minimum of 25 hours per week
• Flexible hours, which allow work-life balance and focus on quality of life

About CBI Home Health:

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CBI Home Health is committed to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and are committed to providing accommodations throughout the hiring process in accordance with applicable legislation. Please advise your recruiter if you require an accommodation.