Support Worker, Residential Services, Moose Jaw - SaskAbilities

SaskAbilities; Moose Jaw; On-site; CAD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefit package

On-call remuneration

Job summary

SaskAbilities in Moose Jaw is seeking a compassionate Support Worker for Residential Services. You will help adults with disabilities participate in daily activities, support personal goals, and promote independence within a caring team.

Qualifications include a Disability Support Worker Certificate or Life Skills Coach training, a valid Class 5 driver’s licence, First Aid/CPR, and the ability to work 24/7 shifts, including nights. Benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• Disability Support Worker Certificate or Life Skills Coach training, or related experience.
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s Licence and a reliable vehicle.
• First Aid and CPR certification; knowledge of lifting techniques.
• Strong time management, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate daily activities for adults with disabilities and foster community connections.
• Review and contribute to person-centred plans to meet individual goals.
• Promote independence, inclusion in self-care, recreation, and social activities.
• Provide supervision during home and community activities.
• Transport individuals to community activities.
• Maintain incident reports, records, and communication books.
• Provide personal care as required and keep home clean.

Skills

Time management

Organization

Problem-solving

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Disability Support Worker Certificate

Life Skills Coach training

Related training/experience

Tools

Class 5 Driver’s Licence

Auto Pak liability insurance

First Aid & CPR certification

Job description

Compensation Pay Class 13 (range of $24.02 to $29.65 per hour) plus benefit package and on-call remuneration.

SaskAbilities is dedicated to providing person-centred and innovative supports, responsive to the needs of the individuals we serve. We have an exciting opportunity for an individual to join our team as a Support Worker in our Residential Services in Moose Jaw.

Please note: Supports are provided 24 hours per day, 7 days per week. Shift Work is required, including both night and day shifts.

Duties

• Collaborate with other staff to facilitate meaningful, high-quality individual and group activities daily for adults experiencing disability, providing opportunities for community connections, personal development, and recreation.
• Contribute and review person-centred plans to ensure the goals of the individuals served are being met.
• Promote independence, self-esteem, and inclusion in the areas of self-care, communication, recreation, socialization, and participation.
• Provide supportive assistance to ensure the physical, emotional, and social well-being of the individuals served.
• Provide supervision of the individuals served while participating in community and/or home activities.
• Provide transportation for the individuals served to community activities.
• Promote, instruct, and model acceptable social behaviour.
• Maintain according to agency standards including completion of Incident Reports, contact records and file recordings.
• Maintain records including attendance, goals, and communication books.
• Administer all areas of personal care, as required.
• Maintain cleanliness of the home including kitchen and washrooms daily.

Qualifications

• Disability Support Worker Certificate (Rehabilitation Worker Certificate) or Life Skills Coach and/or related training and experience working with individuals of varying abilities and behaviours.
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s Licence and a reliable vehicle.
• First Aid and CPR certification; knowledge of lifting techniques and transfers.
• Effective time management, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to be innovative, open-minded, and creative.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills to express ideas and information in a clear and concise manner.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Final Candidates are required to provide satisfactory criminal record checks including a vulnerable sector search.

The successful candidate is recommended to have an Auto Pak with at least 1 million dollars in liability insurance.

SaskAbilities is an inclusive organization, welcoming individuals of all abilities. We believe in workplace diversity and we do not discriminate in our employee selection. Race, colour, disability, religion, gender, national origin or sexual orientation does not play a role in our hiring decisions.