Support Worker jobs in Prince Edward Island

Community Connections Inc. is a non-profit organization that provides a range of employment, residential, and support services to adult persons with disabilities. The purpose of the organization is to work with persons with disabilities and their families; to assist individuals to develop to their full potential; to support them to access and use community resources; and to empower them to contribute and participate in a meaningful way within their community. Our employees are critical to the work of the organization, and their first responsibility is to develop meaningful relationships with the clients in their care.

Responsibilities:

• Promote and maintain the vision, mission and policies of Community Connections Inc. and the people it supports;
• Support clients with cognitive and/or physical challenges in a community based independent living environment;
• Maintain and promote the wellbeing, uniqueness and independence of each client;
• Provide physical care, menu planning, meal preparation, medication administration, and day-to-day house management;
• Develop and monitor client case plans
• Fulfill the health, safety and personal care requirements for each client;
• Assist clients with all aspects of daily living, including but not limited to personal care, arranging appointments, transportation, accessing the community and financial support as needed;
• Manage petty cash and grocery monies and following a budget;

• Complete and maintain required documentation;
• Collaborate with Community Support Workers.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of a College diploma in Human Services, Youth Worker, or RCW/LPN;
• Previous experience working with individuals with cognitive and/or physical challenges or previous experience in a human service setting serving vulnerable populations would be considered an asset;
• Valid CPR and First Aid Certificates (must be maintained during employment);
• Valid driver’s license and access to a personal vehicle during working hours (must be maintained during employment);
• A team player with excellent attendance;
• Excellent oral and written communication skills;
• Ability to work independently and under minimal supervision.

Community Connections Inc. offers competitive salaries, a significant pension plan, group insurance, and a rewarding work environment to its employees.

Work Remotely

• No

Pay: $24.80-$29.54 per hour

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company pension
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Flexible schedule
• Life insurance
• On-site gym
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Vision care

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Summerside, PE: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Application question(s):

• Are you available to work overnight shifts?

Experience:

• supportive care: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• First Aid Certification (preferred)
• Driving License (required)

Work Location: In person