Disability Support Worker

Are you looking for a career where your talent can make a meaningful difference in people’s lives? Look no further! Queens Association for Supported Living is a non-profit organization which provides residential and vocational services to people with intellectual disabilities and WE ARE HIRING!

No experience? No problem! We provide on the job training and ongoing certification in the provincial core competencies.

Employment with QASL is a rewarding experience in which our staff work together to provide a superior quality of life for the people we serve, through person-centered planning, providing choice and opportunities.

At QASL we strive to provide exceptional services, empowering adults with intellectual disabilities to be actively engaged members of their households and communities. We believe that a diverse team, informed by different cultures and perspectives, makes us stronger.

We are currently recruiting for:

Full-time, Part-time, Casual/Relief Residential Counsellors

Location: Liverpool and Milton, NS

Minimum Qualifications:

• Effective communication skills
• Willingness to learn and grow both professionally and personally
• Ability to work well both independently and within a team
• Strong organization and record keeping skills
• Flexible, with the ability to adapt to situations that may change from day to day
• Recent suitable Criminal Record check and Vulnerable Sector search
• Grade 12
• Valid driver’s license and Driver's Abstract

Competitive wages start at $21.79 (after Core Competency certification provided by QASL) with annual increments. We offer our employees a variety of benefits, including shift premiums for evenings and weekends; comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, EAP and group pension; and on going training and certifications.

We look forward to meeting you!

Send any inquires and resumes to: HR@qasl.caor call (902)354-2723 for more information.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent, Casual

Salary: $19.50-$23.63 per hour

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Night shift
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person