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22 Hour Part Time Permanent RSS - Westwood Option Option


Ref: Job Posting # 1999

WESTWOOD OPTION

  Re:   22 Hour Part-Time Permanent

                                      Residential Support Staff

(Conditional)

Available Immediately

QUALIFICATIONS:

 Minimum Qualifications:

  • Certification in the seven core competencies
  • Two year(s) relevant work experience (full time equivalency)

 

The Ideal Candidate will also have:

  • University Degree in Social Sciences or Diploma in the Human Services Field
  • Have knowledge and experience in successfully applying the principles and practices of Personal Outcome Measures
  • Have a high level of performance and experience supporting people who may be verbally and/or physically aggressive

Further Preference will be given to Applicants who:

  • Have experience in supporting people with connection seeking behaviors including self-injurious behavior
  • Have experience in supporting people with bi-polar disorder, anxiety disorder, dual diagnosis and epilepsy
  • Have experience or is able to create opportunities, motivate and support people to participate in activities of daily living
  • Have experience in supporting people who require support with personal care


There can be significant physical demands associated with this position. Must be able to lift and support using appropriate lifting techniques and adaptive equipment. Must be able to bend, push, pull, grip, reach, kneel and crouch using good body mechanics.

 

Applicant must have a valid drivers’ license as well as the use of a safe and reliable vehicle while on shift and be willing to travel.

  Applicants must have a proven capacity to build relationships with residents, co-workers, family, other professional support networks and management.

  Shifts include days, evenings, overnights, and weekends.

        All applicants must apply in writing with a cover letter and current resume to:

Supervisor: Tiffany Cogswell

Closing Date: 30 December, 2021

WOULD YOU LIKE TO BE A VOLUNTEER?

As a volunteer, you can make an important contribution by offering your friendship to a person with an intellectual disability. If you wish to know more about becoming a volunteer, please contact us.

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