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The Cosmopolitan Learning Centre is seeking Casual Employees. We seek a highly motivated, dynamic individual who has experience in supporting people with people experiencing disability. As a Life Skills/Employment Support Worker,you will be responsible for the implementation of supports in vocational training, community inclusion through employment support and volunteer opportunities, life skills/social skills, recreational activities, meeting personal care needs and providing positive, person-centered supports. The successful candidate will be responsible to transport individuals to and from job sites, activities, or program placements. This position involves working with individuals independently, in teams, and flexibility to work where required.
Qualifications
1. Preference will be given to those individuals that have post-secondary education in a related field, and/or related experience
2. Previous experience in regards to persons with disabilities
3. Ability to establish and maintain effective and positive relationships with people.
4. Excellent public relations skills
5. Is enthusiastic, takes initiative and is self-motivated
6. Excellent organizational, communication and follow up skills
7. Is able to work independently and/or in a team environment, multi task and meet deadlines
8. Excellent ability to problem solve and make sound decisions in challenging situations
9. Knowledge of program development
10. Possess a valid driver's license and a reliable vehicle for transporting individuals
11. Ability to go in pools/and hot tubs
12. Full vaccination is required in order to provide community-based supports
13. Willingness to obtain security clearance regarding job contracts (specific to Supported Employment Program)
14. Back-up duties as assigned
15. Clear Criminal Record(must include vulnerable sector search)
15. Legally entitled to work in Canada
*Thank you to all applicants.
The successful applicant will be contacted.*
Essential Skills
- Reading text
- Document use
- Numeracy
- Writing
- Oral communication
- Working with others
- Problem solving
- Decision making
- Critical thinking
- Job task planning and organizing
- Finding information
- Continuous learning
- Significant use of memory
Transportation/Travel Information
- Own vehicle
- Valid driver's licence
Additional Skills
- Housekeeping activities
- Food preparation
Type of Community or Social Service
- Programs dealing with Autism Spectrum Disorder
Specific Skills
- Assess client's relevant skill strengths and development needs
- Develop, coordinate and implement the delivery of specific services within the community
- Implement behaviour management programs
- Provide personal services support to persons with special needs
Ability to Supervise
- 16-20 people
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities
- Fast-paced environment
- Physically demanding
Target Groups or Clients
- Persons with intellectual disabilities
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