16 Hour Part Time Permanent RSS - SIL/Community Homes
Ref: Job Posting # 2108
LIFESTYLE OPTIONS UNLIMITED
Re: 16 Hour Part-Time Permanent - Residential Support Staff
SIL/Community Homes
Female Applicants Only
Available Immediately
QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum Qualifications:
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Certification in the seven core competencies
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One year relevant work experience (full time equivalency)
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University Degree in Social Sciences or Diploma in the Disabilities Support and Services
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Have knowledge and experience in successfully applying the principles and practices of Person Centered Planning
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Have a high level of performance and experience supporting people who may be verbally and/or physically aggressive
Further Preference will be given to Applicants who:
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Have the ability to work alone, be self-motivated and have good organizational skills
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Have experience or is able to create opportunities, motivate and support people to participate in activities of daily living
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Have experience in supporting people in making choices using appropriate decision making processes
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Have experience in supporting people with severe attention seeking behaviors including self-injurious behavior
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Have experience supporting people with diabetes
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Have experience supporting people with mental health statuses (ie., anxiety, compulsive hoarding, obsessive compulsive disorder, schizophrenia)
There can be significant physical demands associated with this position. Must be able to lift and support using appropriate lifting techniques and adaptive equipment. Must be able to bend, push, pull, grip, reach, kneel and crouch using good body mechanics.
Applicant must have a valid drivers’ license as well as the use of a safe and reliable vehicle while on shift and be willing to travel.
Applicants must have a proven capacity to build relationships with residents, co-workers, family, other professional support networks and management.
Shifts include days, evenings, awake overnights and weekends. Program hours determined by needs and/or wishes of residents and supports required.
All applicants must apply in writing with a cover letter and current resume by:
Noon: Monday, July 4, 2022
Attention Supervisor: Alan Price
Please note: Only candidates who are interviewed will be contacted regarding the competition outcome.
Closing Date: 04 July, 2022