Job Order Detail

Description

Duties and responsibilities:
Assist with the planning and implementation of programs and activities for individuals with varying abilities.
Duties include:
-  Collaborate with Program and Training Centre staff to provide quality programs and activities for clients.
-  Contact agencies, organizations and businesses for the purpose of gathering information and scheduling community activities, work placements, guest speakers and entertainers.
-  Provide supervision of clients while participating in community and/or in-centre activities.
-  Transport clients.
-  Promote, instruct and model acceptable social behaviour.
-  Maintain client records including attendance, goals, programs and activities.
-  Contribute to and review personal program plans to ensure the objectives of the program and the goals of the clients are being met.
-  Encourage clients in the areas of self-care, communication, socialization, recreation and participation to promote
independence and self-esteem. If required assist clients with personal care to promote good hygiene.

Qualifications:
Education:
-  Disability Support Worker Certificate (Rehabilitation Worker Certificate) or Life Skills Coach and/or related training and experience
-  Valid Class 5 drivers licence
-  First Aid and CPR certification
-  Crisis Intervention techniques (certificate)
Experience:
-  One year experience in related field
Skills:
-  Well-developed interpersonal skills to work effectively and cooperatively with individuals with varying abilities, co-workers, and community supports
-  Effective time management, problem solving and organizational skills
-  Ability to work independently or as part of a team

The final candidates are required to provide satisfactory police record checks