Disability Support Worker

LutherCare Communities; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

LutherCare Communities is seeking Disability Support Workers to provide identified personal care and safety for individuals with high medical needs in group homes. Candidates should possess relevant post-secondary education and experience, and be comfortable working various shifts. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of residents in a collaborative and supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience with cognitively and/or physically disabled adults with high medical needs.
• Comfortable providing medical support.
• Certification in First Aid and CPR is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and safety to residents.
• Facilitate daily living activities.
• Implement individual care plans.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Medical support

Sign language

Education

Post-secondary education in a related discipline

Job description

Since 1955, LutherCare Communities has been a leader in providing programs, services, and housing to residents across Saskatchewan with the highest quality of care and support.

Our Team Members provide caring services to residents and clients throughout Saskatchewan in our Seniors Independent Living Communities, Intermediate Care Homes, Long-Term Care, Group Homes for individuals with intellectual and physical disabilities, and programs like the Seniors Day Program and the Luther Seniors Centre.

LutherCare is proud to offer a wide range of services to meet the needs of all entrusted to our care. These services are fully accredited to meet our commitment to excellence.

VISION

A safe and Caring Continuum of Living for those we serve.

MISSION

Our mission is to provide excellence in care, shelter, and support in a caring Christian environment for all entrusted to our care.

VALUES

Compassionate Care, Excellence in Serving, Inclusion & Belonging, Integrity.

The Position:

In support of the Vision, Mission and Values of LutherCare Communities, we are seeking Disability Support Workers to join our team. Applicants will be responsible for the personal care and safety of group home residents with cognitive and/or physical disabilities who have high medical needs. Disability Support Workers are responsible for implementing individual care plans and ensuring a high quality of life for all residents. Duties and Responsibilities of Disability Support Workers include three main areas:

• Resident Care – Could include providing medical, physical and personal support such as personal care, medication administration, tube feeds, respiratory therapy, and other duties
• Resident Programming – Could include the facilitation of resident daily living activities and participation in the community
• Home Maintenance – Could includes housekeeping, laundry and the preparation of meals and snacks
  
  Hours of Work: 20 hours per week
  

The Applicants:

Applicants would qualify for this position through the completion of post-secondary education in a related discipline (ie: Disability Support Worker, Continuing Care Assistant etc.) with a minimum of one year experience working with cognitively and/or physically disabled adults with high medical needs. Applicants must be comfortable in providing medical support as required. Sign language is desirable. Applicants must be available to work shifts that include days, evenings, nights, and weekends. Applicants must possess good interpersonal skills and be able to interpret, read, write and speak English fluently.

The below mentioned certifications would be an asset.

• PART (Professional Assault Response Training)
• First Aid and CPR
• Food Safe
• Personal Support Worker course.

We believe in the power of diversity and we're dedicated to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment at LutherCare Communities. We ensure equal opportunity for all applicants and encourage people of all visible minorities and those of any religion, sex, age, ability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression to apply.

Applicants must provide a criminal background check including the vulnerable sector search prior to employment.

A Safe and Caring Continuum of Living for those we serve.

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Questions

Are you legally entitled to work in Canada? *

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Are you an Internal Team Member? *
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Have you previously been employed by LutherCare Communities? *
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• What date are you available to start work? *
Can you work on rotations; nights, evenings, weekends and days? *
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Have you completed any post-secondary education in a related discipline ie: Disability Support Worker, Rehabilitation Worker, Continuing Care Assistant etc? *
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Have you completed any of the listed certifications? *
• TLR
• PART
• First Aid and CPR
• Food Safe
• Personal Support Worker course
Do you have a minimum of one year experience working with cognitively and/or physically disabled adults with high medical needs? *
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When requested and before an offer of employment is given, a current Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Search would be required at the expense of the individual. Would you be able to provide this information if requested? Disclaimer: Disclosure of an offence does not automatically exclude you from employment with LCC, each case is considered and evaluated on its individual merits in relation to the duties and responsibilities of the position for which you are applying. *
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