Children Disability Support Worker - Lethbridge, Canada - Bridges Consulting

Description

WHO WE ARE:

Bridges Consulting is a small business in Lethbridge, AB.

We are an inclusive and rewarding company working with children with developmental disabilities in helping them thrive and reach their potential.

Our work environment includes:

• Casual work attire
• Flexible working hours
• Growth opportunities
• Onthejob training

BRIDGES' APPROACH

Our approach puts children and family first in everything we do at Bridges, which means asking what's needed rather than telling what's best.

We do this not because it's easy, but because we know from experience it's what brings about the most positive outcomes for the children that we work with.

SUMMARY

• Multiple positions available
• Part time hours are available (525 hours a week)
• Availability should be before school (Monday to Friday 6:309:00am) and after school (Monday to Thursday after 3:00pm and Fridays after 12:00pm). We also offer weekend programming so weekend availability is an asset

JOB DUTIES & ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Staff are responsible to

- support and facilitate the development of skills and goals for each client to encourage and fulfill their goals, objectives and aspirations
- provide exceptional care to our clients with various types of developmental, physical or cognitive disabilities

• Work collaboratively with the professional team including families to ensure a supportive environment that enhances client care.
• Seek guidance from the therapy team on an ongoing basis in order to best support the child and achieve goals
• And more
• Training is provided by qualified staff as well as any specific client training will be given.

Job Types:
Casual, Permanent, Part-time

Part-time hours: 5-40 per week


Salary:
$15.00 per hour


Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Flexible schedule

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• Evening shift
• Every Weekend
• Monday to Friday
• Morning shift
• Weekends as needed

Application question(s):

• Do you have experience working with students/clients with exceptional needs?
• The position of an Behaviour Coach can involve working with students with severe behavioural challenges.

Behaviours may include but are not limited to:
severe opposition, hitting, kicking, spitting, biting, scratching, throwing of objects and the use of inappropriate and/or threatening language. Are you willing to work with students with severe behavioural challenges?

• The position of an Behaviour Coach can involve students with complex medical needs this may include: physical limitations, assisting with OT/PT, feeding/tube feeding, and medication administration/monitoring. Are you willing to work with students with complex medical needs?
• The position of an Behaviour Coach can involve students needing assistance with personal care. This can include grooming, toileting and diapering students in early education through to grade 12. Are you willing to work with students with personal care needs?
• A Behaviour Coach is normally required to brisk walk/run to ensure student safety. Are you able to brisk walk/run?

Licence/Certification:

• Driver's License (preferred)

Work Location:
In person