When applying, please include competition number 2023-61-PFR-01 in the email subject line.

SaskAbilities is dedicated to providing person-centred and innovative supports, responsive to the needs of the individuals we serve. We have an exciting opportunity for an individual to join our team as an Afternoon Shift Support Worker in our Residential Services in Moose Jaw.

Duties:

• Collaborate with other staff to facilitate meaningful, high-quality individual and group activities on a daily basis for adults experiencing disability, providing opportunities for community connections, personal development, and recreation.
• Contribute and review person-centred plans to ensure the goals of the individuals served are being met.
• Promote independence, self-esteem, and inclusion in the areas of self-care, communication, recreation, socialization, and participation.
• Provide supportive assistance to ensure the physical, emotional, and social well-being of the individuals served.
• Provide supervision of the individuals served while participating in community and/or home activities.
• Provide transportation for the individuals served to community activities.
• Promote, instruct and model acceptable social behaviour.
• Maintain according to agency standards including completion of Incident Reports, contact records and file recordings.
• Maintain records including attendance, goals, and communication books.
• Administer all areas of personal care, as required.
• Maintain cleanliness of the home including kitchen and washrooms on a daily basis.

Qualifications:

• Disability Support Worker Certificate (Rehabilitation Worker Certificate) or Life Skills Coach and/or related training and experience working with individuals of varying abilities and behaviours.
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s Licence and a reliable vehicle.
• First Aid and CPR certification; knowledge of lifting techniques and transfers.
• Effective time management, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to be innovative, open-minded, and creative.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills to express ideas and information in a clear and concise manner.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Final Candidates are required to provide satisfactory criminal record checks including a vulnerable sector search.

The successful candidate is recommended to have an Auto Pak with at least 1 million dollars in liability insurance.

Please note: Supports are provided 24 hours per day, 7 days per week. Shift Work is required. Afternoon shift is scheduled from 13:00 to 01:00.

Submit resume, cover letter and references to:

Mail: Executive Assistant
SaskAbilities, Regina Branch
825 McDonald Street
Regina, SK S4N 2X5