Disability Support Worker (Cdsw)

Disability Support Worker (Community Support Worker)

Part time: days, weekends

• Do you have a passion to help people? Do you want to help those who need support to live in their homes, be part of their community and live their best lives?
• Do you want to make a difference in your community?
• Fisher Farm Residential Association Ltd. (FFRA) is seeking a professional and responsible individual for an exciting part-time opportunity working with dependent adults with developmental disabilities in all aspects of their daily living.
• FFRA is a non profit organization that has been providing support and services to individuals in Olds and surrounding areas for 30+ years.
• FFRA is recruiting for a position in Innsfail, Alberta.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure individuals have adequate support while focusing on independence and autonomy with home living.
• Responsible for various medical needs of individuals.
• Plan and prepare nutritious meals.
• Personal care and hygiene while respecting individual dignity.
• Maintenance of safe and personalized homes.
• Carry out all aspects of the person’s Individual Support Plan and help achieve goals.
• Medication administration and documentation

The Choice Candidate:

• Ability to work schedule shifts; which includes working, day, evening, overnight sleep and weekend hours.
• Current drive’s license, reliable vehicle and carry 2 million liability insurance
• A clean Criminal Record Check.
• Experience and education/courses related to working with people with disabilities; specifically with mental health and/or FASD and Autism
• Current First Aid/CPR certification is an asset but can be obtained upon commencement of employment.
• Basic computer skills, strong oral and written English communication skills.
• Demonstrated maturity and responsibility.
• Effective problem solving skills.
• Willingness and desire to learn.

FFRA offers:

• Immediate on the job training.
• Ongoing professional development.
• Creative and fulfilling work.
• Flexible hours.
• Friendly environment.

If you are passionate about helping people and want to make a difference in your community, we want to hear from you!

• We thank all candidates in advance for their interest in this position: however, only those being considered will be contacted.

Job Types: Part-time, Casual

Salary: From $18.50 per hour

Expected hours: 18 per week

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Flexible schedule
• Wellness program

Schedule:

• Day shift

Application question(s):

• Do you understand these position are in Innisfail Alberta, Canada?

Experience:

• human services: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Drivers License (required)
• First Aid/CPR Certification (preferred)

Work Location: In person