Mira Facilitation Center provides tailored supports within a nurturing environment to assist Individuals with developmental disabilities to strive towards goals that matter to them.
We are seeking a Community Support Worker who shares our passion for making a positive difference in the lives of others!
Hours: 35hrs/week - Monday – Friday, 8:30am-3:30pm
Rate of Pay: To be discussed during prescreen
Benefits: Mileage Paid, Medical Benefits, Dental Benefits, Disability Benefits, Life Insurance Benefits, Group Insurance Benefits, RRSP Benefits
Location: South Edmonton, Alberta
Job Duties and Responsibilities include:- Providing direct support to a group of Individuals while they are in the Day Program, community, or within their homes
- Facilitating community access, participation and inclusion for Individuals
- Participating in and/or leading Day Program activities, classes, outings and other scheduled events
- Assisting in completion of personal care and hygiene routines as necessary
- Providing comprehensive behavioural support and/or medical supports
- Administering medication
- Completing documentation and reports in a timely manner
- Completing all mandatory trainings (Abuse Prevention & Response, Best Practices, FOIP, Medication Assistance, Mandt, Universal Precautions, Food Safety, WHMIS, Fire Extinguisher, Diabetes Training)
Qualifications and Requirements:- A high school diploma
- Post-Secondary certificate, diploma or degree in a related field
- 6 months+ related experience is an asset
- Clear Police Information Check & Vulnerable Sector Check from within the last 6 months
- Emergency or Standard First Aid & CPR/AED Level C
- Minimum 1 year with a Class 5 Canadian Driver’s License
- Access to a reliable vehicle
- Ability to do occasional physical lifting
The successful candidate will possess:- The ability to problem solve and apply critical thinking skills
- The ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently
- A working knowledge of computer applications
- Strong oral and written communication skills
Pay: From $18.80 per hour
Benefits:- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Mileage reimbursement
- RRSP match
- Vision care
Experience:- related: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:- Class 5 Canadian Driver's License (preferred)
Work Location: In person