Complex Needs Worker - Drayton Valley, Canada - Beehive Support Services Association

Description

Operating since 1975, Beehive Support Services Association is an agency that continues to grow.

• We provide a wide range of supports and services for Individuals with developmental disabilities and diverse needs.
• We strive to make a difference in the lives of Individuals by respecting, honouring, and celebrating the equality and abilities of all people.
• The Association believes in a support system that is directed by the Individual in service

Joining Beehive Support Service Association as a
Complex Needs Worker means becoming an important part of our dedicated team.

In addition to a developmental disability these Individuals might need additional supports due to complex behavioural needs, medical needs, a mental health diagnoses or a physical disability.

As a Complex Needs Worker, you would:

• Identify behaviors of concern, develop, review, and monitor plans that assist Individuals in managing behaviors or situations of concern
• Assist or provide full support in personal care routines such as bathing, dressing, and grooming
• Assist or provide full support to Individuals to maintain health (medical appointments, medication administration, education around healthy eating and emotional supports
• Provide some aspects of home maintenance and support Individuals in their daily routines such as meal preparation, shopping, cleaning, and laundry
• Assist Individuals in the development of social skills and meaningful relationships
• Assist Individuals in managing their person affairs, such as banking, budgeting, paying bills, etc.
• Support Individuals in knowing their rights, voice their thoughts, needs and advocate for the services they require

Qualifications:

• Diploma or equivalent formal education in a relevant discipline is preferred as well as specialized training or experience working with Individuals with cognitive and/or physical challenges.
• Minimum of two years of experience working with Individuals with Disabilities or equivalent combination of education and directly related experience
• Welldeveloped and effective communication skills (written and oral)
• Demonstrated skill in critical thinking
• Criminal Record Check Must Be Brought to Interview
• Child Welfare Intervention Check Must Be Brought to Interview
• Willing to obtain First Aid Certificate
• Valid Driver's License
• Foundations

Professional Development

• Beehive provides inhouse orientation and training to all employees.

Some of the professional development opportunities we provide include:

• Health/Safety
• Violence/Abuse in the Workplace
• The MANDT System
• Medication Administration
• Documentation
• Positive Behaviour Supports, etc.

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Criminal Record Check and Child Welfare Intervention Check Are Required at Time of Interview.

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


Salary:
$22.29-$24.95 per hour


Benefits:

• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Night shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Drayton Valley, AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location:
In person