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Community Disability Support Practitioner: Community Support Program

Edmonton Integrated Services (EIS) is committed to promoting the development and well-being of individuals who have developmental disabilities, to strengthen positive relationships between individuals and their community and to promote inclusive living. We achieve this by providing a variety of services through our dedicated staff community, like you.

Please note: As part of our on-going commitment to the health, safety, and well-being of our employees and the individuals accessing Agency services and supports, we are now requiring full COVID-19 vaccination for all new hires who join us. Those hired should be prepared to provide proof of full COVID-19 vaccination along with other required records such as driver’s licenses, social insurance numbers, work permits, etc.

Edmonton Integrated Services (EIS) is currently seeking an individual to fill the temporary position of Disability Service Practitioner (CDSP) in our Community Support Program.

About Edmonton Integrated Services Ltd.

A) Mission Statement: To promote the development and well-being of individuals, to strengthen positive relationships between individuals and their communities, and to promote independent and adaptive functioning.

B) Our Values:

• Respect for the rights and dignity of persons
• Dignity of risk
• Responsible and safe caring
• Integrity of relationships
• Social responsibility
• Community connections (Inclusion)
• Accessibility

Position Summary: The Community Disability Practitioner is a front-line community disability services role that is responsible for the provision of day-to-day, hands-on support to individuals with developmental disabilities and behaviors of concern.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Under the direction of the Program Supervisor or Program Coordinator, the Community Disability Practitioner is responsible for the ongoing, day-to-day operations of our program
• Establish daily routines for the home(s) that reflect the overall needs of the individuals
• Establish and maintain appropriate data collection and reporting procedures that are in line with the policies and procedures of the Agency
• Ensure that Support Plans are monitored and maintained monthly and that strategies listed in the plan are being documented and employed by all team members
• Establish and maintain appropriate communication channels within the program and with external supports
• Ensure administrative procedures are established and maintained

You will bring:

Hours: Full and part time shifts available

Formal Education: Diploma/Degree in Rehabilitation or Human Services Studies.

Experience: A minimum of one (1) year experience in providing support to adults with mental/ developmental disabilities. Experience with mental health issues is an asset.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Ability to confidently provide frontline, face to face support with individuals with varying challenges
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Basic to intermediate computer skills
• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Requires the ability to work independently
• Flexibility to sliding hours
• Must be able to identify issues, set priorities and implement an appropriate plan of action
• Proven ability to work collaboratively

Other:

• Must have a reliable car with personal liability insurance with a minimum coverage of two million ($2,000,000.00)
• Successful candidate will need to complete a Criminal Record Check with a Vulnerable Sectors Search.

Why join our team?

We offer a unique and exciting work environment, where you have the opportunity every day to make a positive impact on our individual’s lives. We want to encourage you to do your best, so as a full time employee of EIS you can look forward to:

• A competitive starting salary based on your skills and experience
• A wide range of learning and development opportunities in support of your personal and professional development goals
• Employee and Family Assistance Plan membership
• Optical and pharmaceutical discounts

To Apply:

Please complete online application, which can be found at https://www.edmontonintegratedservices.ca/ and attach your resume and cover letter.

Please be advised that due to the high volume of applications, we are not able to accept any telephone inquiries regarding this job posting. If you are selected to participate in an interview, you will be notified by either Human Resources and/or a Program Supervisor. If you should not be selected, please note that we keep resumes/applications on file for up to six months. Thank you.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Edmonton Integrated Services Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. Minimum qualifications are dependent upon the nature and requirements of the position and are outlined within the position's detailed job description. Applicants are considered for all positions based upon their ability to meet these requirements without prejudice to race, religious beliefs, colour, gender, physical disability, mental disability, age, ancestry, place of origin, mental status, sexual orientation, and source of income or family status.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Salary: $20.00-$21.85 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

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