Disability Support Worker - Westlock Part-Time

In Your Role You Will Must be physically fit to assist with lifts and transfers and able to support with personal hygiene and dressing. • Help individuals achieve and maintain their independence, support their strengths and encourage integration into the community.• Model &/or when required, provide personal care i.e. grooming, dental care, bathing, toileting, etc., • Teach/assist the individual to complete daily household tasks (groceries, food preparation, laundry, cleaning, etc.)• Behaviour, emotional and mental health supports.• Encourage participation and social interaction within the community (vocational, recreational, leisure activities) • Drive individual in your own vehicle to appointments, day programs, community events, etc.. • Full job description available upon request *** Prior to confirmation of employment all applicants must provide a current (dated within 6 months of hiring date) Criminal Record Check and Ministry Check. These checks can take up to 6 weeks to obtain, please ensure you prepare accordingly. As An Ideal Candidate You Possess Must be physically fit to assist with lifts and transfers and able to support with personal hygiene and dressing. Must be self motivated and physically able to support persons served meet their social and recreation goals with various physical and social community activities and events. • Previous experience working with developmental disability or mental illness• MUST HAVE - Valid Class 5 Alberta Driver’s License; reliable vehicle, clean driver’s abstract and adequate insurance• Skills in coaching/assisting individuals in life skills, anger management, daily chores, self help & problem solving, etc.• Committed to philosophies and principles of community based living for individuals in service.• Good computer skills - as all files are electronic• CPR/First Aid & Abuse Protocol training• Non Violent Crisis Intervention training* Internal applicants must successfully complete their probationary period prior to applyingNot sure you meet the requirements? We may be able to consider diverse combinations of skills, education and experience, so please apply.