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The Supportive Living Worker is to assist clients with intellectual disabilities through the provision of appropriate support and guidance to enhance their ability to live as independently as possible.
Qualifications Required:
Post secondary diploma or degree in human service field, or equivalent training and experience, knowledge of people with disabilities, knowledge of community resources, a valid driver's license, a reliable vehicle, First Aid Course or be willing to acquire, a criminal record check, must be bondable, and knowledge of basic office procedures.
Hours of Work: Hours may vary due to the support required at the time. Hours will be scheduled Monday to Friday.
Essential Skills
- Reading text
- Document use
- Writing
- Oral communication
- Working with others
- Problem solving
- Decision making
- Critical thinking
- Job task planning and organizing
- Finding information
- Computer use
- Continuous learning
Transportation/Travel Information
- Own transportation
- Own vehicle
- Willing to travel
- Willing to travel regularly
- Valid driver's licence
- Travel expenses paid by employer
Additional Skills
- Administrative and office activities
- Housekeeping activities
Work Setting
- Private home
- Group home
- Government agency
Ability to Supervise
- 1-2 people
Work Location Information
- Work in employer's/client's home
- Various locations
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities
- Fast-paced environment
- Work under pressure
Security and Safety
- Criminal record check (abstract)
- Driver's validity licence check
Target Groups or Clients
- Persons who are deaf/hard of hearing
- Persons with intellectual disabilities
- Persons with physical disabilities
- Persons with mental health disabilities
- Persons with learning disabilities