Client Support Worker

Horizons Centre provides support to adults with developmental disabilities to maximize their abilities and achieve their desired outcomes and goals. Through person centered programs, individuals work toward enhancing independence, life skills, employment, and meaningful community connections.

QUALIFICATIONS

• A High School / High School Equivalence Diploma

Recognition / Consideration will be given to the following:

• Certification in a related field (Community Support Worker, Disability Studies etc.)
• Basic Skills Training/Foundations in Community Disability Studies
• Directly related experience

BONA FIDE OCCUPATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Vulnerable Sector/Criminal Record Check free of convictions related but not limited to abuse
• Current Intermediate First Aid / C.P.R. Certificate OR certificate to be obtained within the first sixty days of employment

OCCUPATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Valid Class 5 driver's license
• Safe vehicle with capacity to carry passengers
• Minimum $2,000,000 Liability coverage on personal vehicle
• Driver’s Abstract

SKILLS/COMPETENCIES

• Confidence in providing supports to adults with developmental disabilities
• Comfortable with providing various levels of personal care
• Creative
• Patient
• Resiliency to work through stressful situations
• Emotional stability and maturity
• Able to work independently or within a team
• Ability to work a flexible schedule (may include evenings and weekends)
• Strong written/documentation skills
• General computer skills

JOB DUTIES

• Support individuals to access programs and activities within Horizons Centre and the Community
• Support individuals to develop and enhance employment skills that will be utilized in their employment positions
• Support individuals in contract and community employment positions to build natural supports and independence
• Ensure the focus in each activity/program is working towards the individual’s goals
• Facilitate opportunities for learning that promote independence, self-advocacy and community inclusion
• Understand and promote rules and guidelines for health and safety
• Support individuals' physical and emotional well being
• Complete all documentation as required
• Perform all job related functions in a manner which respects the confidentiality and privacy of the individuals and agency
• Facilitate, participate and follow through with special projects, committees and/or additional duties as required
• Comply with agency policies and procedures
• Participate in all mandatory training requirements

Horizons Centre is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome diversity and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: Up to $24.20 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 36 per week

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Vision care

Application question(s):

• Are you able to work evenings and/or weekends if Agency or Client need necessitates?

Education:

• Secondary School (required)

Work Location: In person