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Leader In Training (Disability Support Worker) - job post

Saskatchewan Alternative Initiatives
Saskatoon, SK
$23.50 an hour - Permanent, Full-time

Job details

Pay

  • $23.50 an hour

Job type

  • Permanent
  • Full-time

Shift and schedule

  • Weekends as needed
  • Day shift
  • On call

Location

Saskatoon, SK

Full job description

Leader In Training

The intent of this role is to provide a strong team leader succession plan and develop a greater base of leadership within SAI. As such, the Leader in Training will be internally trained and equipped in all aspects of the Team Leader role and general leadership competencies.

The expectation will be that, the Leader in Training will be next in line for a Team Leader role and, when a Team Leader vacancy occurs, they will be considered for the role of Team Leader.

The Leader in Training will be designated specific tasks within the home and will be required to be on call for 7 days every 4 weeks, and during Team Leader vacation or leaves. The intent of the Leader In Training is to develop the necessary leadership skills, and create a strong succession plan that will translate into a Team Leader position. Support hours required include days, evenings, weekends, and overnights.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

Provide direct support, lifestyle planning, and leadership consistent with SAI’s beliefs, values, and Gentle Teaching Philosophy.

Support and Leadership may include:

· 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.

· Participate in team meetings and team evaluations and provide input, suggestions or ideas.

· Responsible for medication administration in a manner consistent with SAI policy and procedures.

· 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 for a minimum of 5 days per month and Team Leader holidays.

· Following the Saskatchewan Employment Act and other applicable permits, provide support schedules for the support team on a quarterly basis.

· Review, approve, and submit time and expense sheets on a quarterly basis.

· Complete all required month end duties and paperwork.

· Ensure the home is stocked with groceries and household supplies.

· Ensure the cleaning and yard work is maintained and any household maintenance is kept up-to-date.

· Attend all scheduled meetings, providing input and ideas, attending in-services, functions, monthly team building activities, and SAI Leadership Team Meetings as required.

· Responsible for leading topics and facilitating conversation at Team Meetings.

· Work in collaboration with the Team Leader for team orientations, training, and onboarding as per SAI’s Orientation Policy.

· Accountable for 2 administrative hours per pay period with the exception of months where scheduling, payroll, and expense sheets are delegated.

· Other duties as required.

Preferred Skills and Qualifications

  • Strong organizational and communication skills
  • Strong teamwork and collaboration skills
  • Strong relationship building skills
  • First Aid/CPR Level C
  • Previous experience providing direct hands-on support for people with disabilities
  • Related post-secondary education
  • Direct experience of knowledge in Gentle Teaching

We are seeking applicants who have a strong desire to become Team Leaders at SAI, can envision themselves at SAI for the long term, and are willing to be flexible regarding being transferred to a different home if need arises.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $23.50 per hour

Application question(s):

  • Are you able to be on call for 2 weeks a month?
  • Are you able to commit to 30-40 hours per week?
  • Are you able to do shift work? (Mixture of days, evenings, overnights).
  • Do you have your own vehicle you can use while supporting if need be?

Licence/Certification:

  • Class 5 Drivers License (required)

Work Location: In person

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