Family Support Worker (Adult Disability Support)

Since 2003 people experiencing challenges have been turning to Co-Aide Home Care Support Services Ltd. Co-Aide provides crucial social services to children, youth, adults and families in Moncton and surrounding areas. We offer support, provide hope, and present opportunities helping people realize and create opportunities for themselves. All our work is about building healthy vibrant tomorrows. Our services are designed to empower families and individuals of all ages to deal positively with continuing life changes and challenges that occur throughout the family life-cycle.

About the position:

The role of a Family Support Worker, assists clients with special needs, ensures clients attend appointments and special outings, and gives people the opportunity to have a companion or be socialized where they otherwise may not. Other times, they are role models for troubled youth or relief to a parent with a disabled child. This position is for Adult Disability Support Program.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Hold a diploma/certificate in at least one of the following: Human Services, Child Youth Courses, Teaching/ECE, Criminology/Corrections, Sociology
• First aid/ CPR
• Must pass: Social Development check, criminal record check and drivers abstract
• Must have: Valid drivers license/ own vehicle with appropriate insurance coverage
• Experience is an asset

SKILLS

• Interpersonal skills
• Time management
• Ability to work unsupervised
• Crisis management
• Excellence in both written and oral communication skills

Compensation: Hourly wage + $0.28 per km

Job Types: Permanent, Part-time, Full-time
Part-time hours: 10-44 per week

Salary: $17.35 per hour

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Secondary School (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Driver's License (required)
• First Aid Certification (required)

Work Location: In person