Job Order Detail

Description

Assist with the planning and implementation of programs and activities for individuals with varying abilities.
Duties include:
-  Provide skill development including life skills, social skills, and work readiness to prepare clients for community opportunities.
-  Provide job coaching (on the job training) for clients during volunteer and/or work experience opportunities, which may include evenings and weekends.
-  Collaborate to provide quality programs and activities for clients.
-  Facilitate group activities with 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 criminal record check including vulnerable sector.