Saskatoon Home Support jobs

WAGE GRID

Saskatoon Lake Region

• Starting wage - $26.00/hour
• Completion of one year of employment the wage will increase to - $27.00/hour

Grande Prairie Region

• Starting wage - $21.50/hour
• Completion of one year of employment the wage will increase to - $22.50/hour

PEOPLE EMPOWERING PEOPLE

Care Human Services, is an accredited, not-for-profit, charitable organization that provides a wide range of community and accreditation services in Northwest Alberta.

As one of our valued front-line Support Workers in our Residential Program you will work directly with Individuals with diverse needs by encouraging opportunities for growth, development and inclusion. We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate person who can clearly see the potential of each Individual, and who will assist these Individuals is experiencing a safe and meaningful life as a valued member of their community. As a caring and integral member of this team, you will adhere to all the agency’s Policies and Procedures, work directly with the Behavioural Team, Residential Supervisors, and other team members, to help to promote community inclusion. In this position, you will report directly to the Operations Team Lead.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Assisting Individuals in completing their daily activities
• Accompany individuals with public outings such as appointments, rec centers, community events and more.
• Helping individuals with personal care routines such as basic hygiene routines, including dressing, bathing and grooming
• Medication administration
• Completing documentation that is consistent with Care Human Services' policies and procedures.
• Housekeeping tasks

Care Human Services supports individuals 24/7, these positions are rotation based, and shifts occur all day and throughout the night

Our work sites may be home to therapeutic animals, including cats.

WHAT YOU NEED

• Clear Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector
• Clear Intervention Record Check
• Class 5 Alberta Drivers License
• Must be 18 years old to apply

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• First Aid Level C with AED
• Mental Health First Aid

WHO YOU ARE

• Observation and communication skills including detailed documentation
• Work independently and as part of a team
• Confident and able to manage and cope with high risk scenarios such as verbal or physical altercations such as yelling, kicking, hitting or shoving.
• Ability to set clear and firm boundaries
• Be caring and compassionate
• Someone who can work with a variety of different shifts/schedules
• Post-secondary education in any area of Human Services would be an asset and previous experience working in a similar role is highly advantageous, but not essential.

POSITIONS AVAILABLE

• Casual - no set schedule, employee puts in offers for open shifts

BENEFITS YOU WILL GET

• Opportunities for professional development, include workshops and specialty training

Job Type: Casual

Pay: From $26.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• On-site parking

Application question(s):

• Do you have any front line experience working with persons with disabilities who have high behavioural challenges?
• Are you able to obtain a clear RCMP Criminal Record with Vulnerable Sector Check?
• Were you referred by a Care Employee (if yes please include their name)?
• Please provide two professional references.
• If successful, what is your availability to work as a casual support worker?
• Do you have a valid Class 5 (non GDL) Alberta Drivers License? If not, are you eligible within 6 months?

Work Location: In person