Team Leader Residential Disability Support Worker

Status: Full-time Position

Hours of Work: Full-time, 35 hours per week, which includes flexibility in work schedules, days, evenings and weekends. Team Leaders covers other Residences/Programs during TL vacations/leaves and may be required to provide frontline coverage during FD d staffing shortages to ensure safety.

Job Summary:

· This role requires a commitment to ensuring quality services are being delivered to the individuals.

· The candidate must have qualifications and progressive experience that prepare them to provide direct supervisory leadership to a team of direct service staff.

· They must also have the ability to work alongside those they supervise to support individuals in a direct service role.

· They will facilitate the development, consultation, implementation, documentation, and ongoing revision of individualized service planning, balancing the wants and needs of the individual and their support networks.

· Supervision, hiring and training of staff who provide direct support in personal care, skill development and community access, and ensuring paper and process compliance to meet Licensing and accreditation (CET) standards is required.

· Supervisory responsibilities will include staff scheduling, advising on work methods, orientation and training, performance management, and assisting in staff selection. Dealing with individuals with complex needs, providing behavior support and tracking, including risk assessment, person-centered planning, and staff coverage.

Qualifications:

· Diploma in Rehabilitation or related field. Minimum of one year of supervisory experience and one year experience working with people with disabilities.

· Candidate must possess the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, be a problem solver, have adaptability skills and be able to take initiative.

· Must be current in all mandatory training requirements.

. A demonstrated initiative in being trained to cover other Residences and/or Programs where the need is greatest.

· Ability to work unsupervised. Be well organized and have demonstrated an ability to work effectively in a collaborative, team-oriented work environment.

· Proficiency with Microsoft 365 is required.

· Access to a reliable vehicle, a valid Alberta Driver's license, $2 million liability insurance.

· Must possess excellent and effective communication and interpersonal skills, initiative, and good judgement.

· Must be able to provide us clear current criminal record check.

To apply: Send a resume and cover letter to: Human Resources Advisor at hr@wdacs.ca

Deadline: This competition will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: $25.00-$28.99 per hour

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• First Aid Certification (preferred)
• CPR Certification (preferred)
• Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2024-01-29