Job Order Detail

Description

When applying please include competition number 2025-94-CSR-02 in the email subject line.

Duties and responsibilities:
At SaskAbilities, we believe in working together to provide innovative programs and services to meet the needs of our participants. The Support Worker will assist an adult(s) experiencing disability with individualized support, helping them achieve their unique goals by addressing any gaps in their independent living skills. This position is based in Saskatoon and may also require travel within surrounding areas.

Duties and Responsibilities may include:

- Teaching daily living skills (e.g., housework, budgeting, menu planning, cooking, interpersonal relations and/or personal care issues)
- Assistance in dealing with community professionals (e.g., doctors, landlords, social workers, etc.)
- Finding meaningful community activities
- Assisting client to manage socially appropriate behaviours
- Documenting clients progress
- May assist client with personal care
- Reporting regularly to the Program Coordinator and Program Senior Supervisor

Qualifications:
Education:
- Disability or Rehabilitation Support Worker Certificate and/or related training and experience
- Valid Class 5 Drivers License and access to a working/reliable vehicle
- Valid First Aid/CPR/AED Certification or willingness to obtain within three months
- Additional courses such as TLR and PART would be considered an asset
Experience:
- One year experience in a related field
Skills:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to be flexible and work independently
- Creative planning skills
- Excellent organizational, time-management, and problem-solving skills
- Strong interpersonal skills and a desire to work effectively with individuals experiencing disability, management, and community partners
Final Candidates are required to provide satisfactory criminal record checks including a vulnerable sector search.