Full-Time Home Support Worker in Saskatoon
Job Description
“Saskatchewan Alternative Initiative (SAI) is a leader in supporting adults with intellectual disabilities in the areas of Home Support, Day Program and Semi-Independent Living. We are currently looking for a part-time and full-time Home Support Worker. Supports hours include weekends, over nights and days.
Primary Role Focus
To work directly in a home, assisting individuals with disabilities in all areas of their life and providing support as needed to access community activities and develop a strong quality of life.
-Reports to the Team Leader
Key Tasks and Responsibilities
Provide direct support and lifestyle planning consistent with SAIs beliefs, values and Gentle Teaching philosophy.
Support to individuals may include:
– Participating in an ongoing satisfaction evaluation of the individuals served.
– Assisting individuals in problem solving or decision making.
– Providing assistance to individuals in completing daily tasks.
– Sharing and/or developing options for community involvement or employment.
– Participating in team meetings and providing input, suggestions or ideas.
– Administering medication as required in a manner consistent with SAI policy and procedures.
– Liaising with health care professionals as needed.
– Completing team evaluations and other required paperwork.
Preferred Skills and Qualifications
Strong organizational and communication skills.
Strong team work and collaboration.
Working knowledge of the following is an asset:
– Crisis Prevention and Intervention Techniques
– Augmentative Communication
Previous experience providing direct hands-on support for people with disabilities is an asset.
Related post-secondary education is an asset.
Direct experience or knowledge in Gentle Teaching is an asset.
*A clear criminal records check and valid drivers license is needed to apply. Your own vehicle is an asset.”
How to Apply
"Apply by: 02-Oct-2015 , How to Apply: To apply please send your resume to jennylewis@saionline.ca. . Contact Information: Contact Name: Jenny Lewis, Contact Fax: , Contact E-mail: jennylewis@saionline.ca"We encourage all candidates who have the right mix of skills, abilities and a passion for excellence to apply. We thank all those who apply but only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.