Respite Worker - Community Disability Services Worker (CDSW1)

POSITION: Community Disability Services Worker 1 – RESPITE Worker

PROGRAM: Adult Support – Weekend 48 Hour Respite

STATUS OF EMPLOYMENT: Casual – 48-hour (2 days) weekend Respite Care provided in an active VALID group home (1 weekend per month) Friday 3pm-Sunday 3pm

REPORTS TO: Team Lead

POSITION SUMMARY

The Community Disability Services Worker 1 Respite provides person-centred support to individuals receiving services through VALID. The position is responsible for supporting individuals in accordance with their Individual Service Plans, promoting dignity, choice, independence, community inclusion, and personal well-being.

The Community Disability Services Worker 1 Respite is expected to work collaboratively with the individual, their support team, coworkers, and the Team Lead to provide safe, consistent, and responsive support.

This Respite position is for one weekend/month providing supports to an adult with developmental disabilities. This program operates within one of our existing group homes. Hours are Friday 3pm to Sunday 3pm and which weekend is somewhat flexible.

POSITION EXPECTATIONS

• Provide person-centred support that respects the individual's rights, dignity, choices, preferences, and abilities.
• Follow Individual Service Plans and established support strategies to assist individuals in achieving their personal goals.
• Work independently while maintaining regular communication with the Team Lead.
• Demonstrate flexibility, creativity, and sound judgment in responding to individual needs.
• Provide personal care, lifts, transfers, and other supports as required.
• Follow all health, safety, medication administration, emergency, and organizational procedures.
• Implement appropriate day-to-day activities based on individual interests, needs, and goals.
• Support individuals to participate in meaningful activities and community experiences.
• Recognize and respond appropriately to changes in an individual's needs, behaviour, health, or well-being.
• Address routine problems and conflicts appropriately and seek assistance from the Team Lead when required.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and objective documentation in accordance with VALID requirements.
• Communicate effectively with individuals, families/guardians, coworkers, and other members of the support team as appropriate.
• Work cooperatively as a member of the VALID team and contribute to a positive workplace environment.
• Maintain confidentiality and protect the privacy of individuals receiving services.
• Represent VALID professionally and respectfully in the workplace and community.
• Complete required training and maintain all required certifications.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Current First Aid/CPR certification.
• Medication Administration Certification/training. (provided)

REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum Grade 12 education.
• Valid driver's licence.
• Must have your own vehicle.
• Ability to perform lifts and transfers and provide personal care.
• Ability to work independently and demonstrate sound judgment.
• Ability to communicate effectively and maintain accurate documentation.
• Ability to meet the physical and other requirements of the position.

Pay: $792.00 per month

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Flexible schedule
• On-site parking

Work Location: In person