Direct Support Worker - Winnipeg, Canada - New Directions

New Directions

Verified Company

Winnipeg, Canada

1 week ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

New Directions is a social service agency offering a wide range of resources and services that foster people's hopes and dreams in their communities.

New Directions'
Bridge Services for Children and Families will offer specialized clinical and home resources to children and youth living with disabilities who have sensory, emotional, behavioral and/or medical needs and their families.

There is a 4-week rotating schedule for this position. The regular days off are Thursday and Friday.

Week 1 to Week 2 the scheduled hours are 7am-3pm

Week 3 to Week 4 the scheduled hours are 3pm-11pm

Responsibilities Include (but are not limited to):

Establish meaningful, caring, and respectful relationships with children, youth and their families
Serve as a positive role model for children and their families
Provide care in a community and residential setting
Provide medical, emotional, environmental, physical and behavioral support
Participate in programming to meet the individual goals of children and youth
Participate in various recreational and physical activities with children and youth
Cooking, house cleaning, yard work and other household maintenance duties
Provide assistance with personal care routines such as lifts, transfers, personal hygiene, and nutrition support
Complete all required documentation effectively

Qualifications:

Grade 12 or equivalent
Postsecondary education in the disability/social service sector is considered an asset
Minimum of 2 years' experience supporting individuals with autism, intellectual/developmental disabilities, anxiety, and selfinjurious behaviour
Valid Class 5 Driver's License with the ability to operate a motor vehicle without supervision
This role is physically demanding. Health Care Aide training and experience is considered an asset
Ability to transfer knowledge and awareness into behaviors and expectations recognized as appropriate by members of identified cultures and by people with lived experience
The individuals in this home may display physical behaviors of concern, so it is important for staff to have a good understanding of the support plan and to communicate effectively as a team
Effective selfcare strategies and ability to remain professional in stressful situations

The salary range for this 80-hour bi-weekly position is $17.11 to $23.10 per hour (equivalent to $35,588 to $48,048 per annum), dependent upon education and/or experience.

This position is eligible for a full benefits package (which includes Health and Dental Benefits, Long Term Disability Benefits, and a Pension Plan).