Supported Independent Living Program (SILP) Support Worker

About Us:
At SAI, we believe every person deserves a life of dignity, choice, and belonging. We walk alongside adults with intellectual disabilities, using the philosophy of Gentle Teaching — helping people feel safe, loved, loving, and engaged.

About the Role:
Support Workers build meaningful relationships and provide day-to-day support that helps people live their best life. You’ll create safe, positive, and inclusive environments while encouraging independence and connection in the community.

What You’ll Do:

• Provide direct support to individuals at SAI, which follows the established support plans and is consistent with SAI beliefs, values and philosophy.
• Provide assistance to individuals in completing daily tasks, problem solving and decision making.
• Follow through on team decisions, support plans and the directions given from their Team Leader and/or Coordinator.
• Share and/or develop options for community involvement or employment.
• Participate in PCP meetings and maintain a familiarity with individuals’ plans, goals and team decisions regarding support approaches.
• Attend all training, team meetings, etc. as required.
• Participate in team meetings and team evaluations and provide input, suggestions or ideas.
• Administer medication in a manner consistent with SAI policy and procedures when applicable.
• Liaise with health care professions as needed, regarding individual’s needs.
• Develop strong, positive relationships with individuals, families, SAI employees and external agencies involved with the people served through SAI.
• Complete all required paperwork and support time duties.
• Ensure that all matters relating to the support and care provided to the individual(s) served by SAI shall be treated with the utmost confidence and not discussed with people outside the support team of the individual.
• Drive individuals to work, community events, commitments, etc. as required.
• Be on call for the Team Leader as required. See on call rotation.
• Follow through on all goals and plans for the individual that is consistent with their Google Docs goal tracking forms.
• Journal entries to be done immediately after your support time and before moving on to another support time.

Requirements:

• First Aid/CPR Level C
• Related post-secondary education is an asset
• High School or equivalent education required
• Class 5 driver’s license and a reliable vehicle

Skills and Experience:

• Previous experience providing “hands on” support for people with disabilities is an asset.
• Experience in or knowledge of Gentle Teaching is an asset.
• Strong organizational and communication skills required.
• A working knowledge of Augmentative Communication, Crisis Prevention and Intervention techniques is an asset.

Core Competencies:

• Communication
• Teamwork
• Relationship Building

Pay: $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Application question(s):

• Please describe your experience working in a harm reduction setting or providing support to individuals who experience addiction, alcohol and/or substance use. What did your role involve, and what experience do you have supporting individuals using a harm reduction approach?
• Please describe your experience providing support to individuals who may display verbal or physical aggression, violence, or self-harming behaviours. What was your role, and how did you respond to these situations while maintaining safety and following the individual’s support plan?
• Do you currently reside in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan? If yes, please confirm. This position requires candidates to be currently residing in Saskatoon and available to begin employment without a relocation period.
• Do you have your own vehicle you can use during support?
• Do you want full-time or part-time work?
• Please provide your availability.

Language:

• English (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Drivers License (required)

Work Location: In person