Main Responsibilities:

- Relating to people with an intellectual disability and their families; must have strong interpersonal skills and ability to express and present oneself in a professional manner.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills;
sound decision-making skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively independently and in a team environment.
Strong understanding and implementation of
- Personal Outcomes Measures and/or outcome-based person-centered planning approaches;
knowledge of Social Role Valorization an asset.
- Commitment to the goals and visions of community living.
Medication administration, meal preparation, light housekeeping, companionship, events and appointments coordination, answering of inquiries regarding life skills and community information or liaison, and supervision
- Coordination of outings around the community and execution of shopping, taking residents to appointments, workshops, events, activities, etc.

Job Requirements: 
G License $1M Liability Insurance Criminal Reference Check (CRC) with Vulnerable Sector Clearance (VSC) – Will Fully Reimburse All Cost.

CPR & First Aid an asset Paid Training in: CPR & First Aid Personal Support Worker (PSW), Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI), Medication Administration, Natural Consequences, etc., courses an asset but not required.)

Education Required: Developmental Support Worker Diploma (DSW)

Certificates Required: Developmental Support Worker Diploma (DSW)

Company Culture:
Communal and respectful environment; open to and knowledgeable about mental health issues; supportive and independent, with mindfulness of self-management techniques and community resources, etc..

Describe the Ideal Candidate for this Role: Compassionate yet sensible; enjoys imparting life skills and stories; knows basic nutritional requirements and is patient if certain clients are quiet (some clients take medication with sedative properties and rest a lot).

Social Interaction: Important – High

Dependent on residents’ needs

Communication: High – English spoken; steady and effectiv