Support Worker

We are seeking compassionate and dedicated individuals to join our Rocky Support Services Society team as Disability Support Workers. As a Disability Support Worker, you will provide essential care and support to individuals with disabilities, helping them lead fulfilling lives. This role requires a strong commitment to individual care and the ability to assist with daily activities.

Duties:
- Assist individuals with disabilities in their daily activities, including personal hygiene, dressing, and meal preparation
- Provide companionship and emotional support to individuals
- Administer medication as directed by healthcare professionals
- Assist with mobility and transportation needs
- Collaborate with professionals and family members to develop and implement care and support plans
- Monitor and report any changes in the individual's condition or behavior
- Maintain a clean and safe environment for individuals
- Participating in the completion of documentation and required reports
- Assist, support and encourage clients to be self-advocates
- Monitoring and support with budgets and spending
- Maintaining open lines of communication with others, observing and coaching other employees; assisting with training
- Executing all tasks assigned by the Team Leader or Manager diligently, on schedule
- Participating in meetings and training, voicing concerns as well as suggestions for improvement

Requirements:
- Compassionate and patient demeanor
- Strong organizational skills to assist with meal preparation and medication administration
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
- Flexibility in working hours, including weekends and holidays
- Familiar with the use of Microsoft Outlook, Teams, ADP, and MakeShift scheduling considered an asset
- Criminal Record Check; including Vulnerable Sector (within the last 3 months)
- Good computer skills
- Minimum 1 year driving experience with a Class 5 license, copy of driver's abstract, and proof of insurance for 2 million liability also required.

We Offer:
- Paid internal, external, and site specific training opportunities. Have supported many employees with no previous experience to become successful Support Workers in the field
- Competitive wages
- Paid time off after one year of employment with contracted positions
- Employee friendly policies and referral incentives
-Employee health benefits with permanent 30+ hours/week position

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding role.

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

Salary: Up to $22.10 per hour

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Flexible schedule
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Evening shift

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-04-11
Expected start date: 2024-04-05