Disability Support Worker (Intervenor/American Sign Language)

Calgary Scope Society; Calgary; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A community support organization in Alberta is seeking a Disability Support Worker with proficiency in American Sign Language and experience in mental health. The role involves supporting adults with developmental disabilities, promoting their goals, and assisting with daily activities. Candidates should have post-secondary education in a related field and a collaborative approach. Flexible hours and competitive benefits are offered.

Benefits

Flexible hours

Training opportunities

Competitive wages and benefits

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience with adults with developmental disabilities who have a dual diagnosis.
• Understanding of the role of Intervenors and/or Deaf or Deafblind experience.
• Training in Vecova Medication Administration is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Promote individual goals and aspirations.
• Provide mental health and behavioral support.
• Support daily activities and relationships.

Skills

American Sign Language proficiency

Mental health support

Teamwork and communication

Organizational skills

Education

Post-secondary education in a related field

Tools

First Aid and CPR training

Crisis Prevention and Intervention (CPI) training

Job description

DISABILITY SUPPORT WORKER (INTERVENOR/AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE)

The Calgary SCOPE Society is seeking relief support workers with American Sign Language and mental health experience to work various evening, weekend, overnight, or day shifts. Support workers provide direct support to adults with developmental disabilities who are Deaf or Deafblind and have accompanying mental health, social, emotional and/or behavioural concerns.

RESPONSIBILITIES

As a Community Support Worker, you will be responsible for:

• Promoting individual goals and aspirations
• Supporting daily activities (e.g., volunteer, paid employment, leisure interests, etc.)
• Providing mental health and behavioral support
• Providing support to maintain health (i.e., attending medical appointment, medication administration, liaising with pharmacy, emotional support, etc.)
• Providing aspects of home maintenance and supporting daily routines (meal preparation, cleaning, laundry, etc.)
• Supporting the development and maintenance of meaningful relationships
• Supporting choice, rights and responsibilities and promoting and facilitating empowerment

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Post‑secondary education in a related field (e.g., diploma or degree in Disability Studies, Social Work, Psychology, etc.) along with 1–2 years of experience working with adults with developmental disabilities who have a dual diagnosis (an accompanying mental health diagnosis) or an equivalent combination.
• American Sign Language 101 or higher, as well as an understanding of the role of Intervenors and/or Deaf or Deafblind experience
• Ability to work in a team environment. Strong communication and organizational skills and the ability to establish collaborative and effective relationships with others are required for this position.
• Training in First Aid and CPR, CPI (Crisis Prevention and Intervention Training) and Vecova Medication Administration are an asset.

We offer a supportive team environment, flexible hours, training (including American Sign Language classes) and competitive wages and benefits.

HOW TO APPLY

Interested applicants are invited to submit a cover letter and resume via e‑mail quoting Position #INT1025 to:

Human Resources

Email – employment @ calgaryscope. org (no spaces)

We thank everyone for their interest; only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.