Part Time Support Worker - Powassan, Canada - Almaguin Highlands Community Living

Almaguin Highlands Community Living

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Powassan, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Part time

Description

We provide:

Starting salary $21.95/hour + 4% vacation pay + 4.75% in lieu of benefits
Paid onthejob training
Paid certifications in CPI and First Aid/CPR
Automatic wage increases according to a grid system
Employee Assistance Program available free of charge 24/
Group RRSP with employer matching

Job Requirements:

Must have a valid Class G drivers license
Must have access to a reliable vehicle, and willingness to attain the proper insurance endorsement for transporting individuals
Able to provide a favourable Police Vulnerable Sector Check
Ability to communicate effectively in English, verbally and in writing
Maturity, ability to work well on a team and with mínimal supervision
Good interpersonal skills
Able to meet the physical demands of the position
Post-Secondary Diploma/Degree in Social Services field preferred, but not required
Experience supporting people who have a developmental disability preferred, but not always required

Position Overview:

A Support Worker provides support to individuals in any or all environments, including home, work, leisure, recreation, or other community places.

The support worker is responsible for assisting the individual in all aspects of daily living.

Community inclusion, independence, decision making and personal choice should be promoted through these supports with a focus on individual needs.

Assistance could be in the form of daily living skills, administering medication, attending community events, assisting with employment or volunteer opportunities, personal finances, medical appointments, personal care, or other needs.

Documentation and planning are also a large part of the job.

About Almaguin Highlands Community Living:

Our Mission

AHCL also exists to provide a range of supports to people with developmental disabilities on a day to day basis that vary widely depending on the individual needs of each person.

Our Vision
Full inclusion and related opportunities will exist for all people supported by the organization within each person's own community.

The mandate and activities of AHCL will be well understood and appreciated in the larger community.
Strong partnerships will exist with a number of community organizations across all aspects of community life.
A strong focus on selfexamination as an organization will exist and we will seek to continuously improve our service and effectiveness.
We will be known as a transparent organization with a highly motivated staff that feel valued.
Together We Can... Together We Will._

Job Type:
Part-time

Salary:
$21.95-$29.12 per hour

Benefits: