The Program
304-32 Vegreville Dakota House
This Disability Supports program assists persons with developmental disabilities and in need of behavioral supports to live supported in their community home, help them with daily home/life activities, and community inclusion.
Previous experience with complex, high behavior supports is an asset.
When escalated and displaying behaviors, persons-served may require de-escalation from self-injury (head butting), throwing objects, or damaging property

The Position
Working 7pm to 7am (awake)
Hours are set by the employer and are not negotiable.
This 24-7 community-based home in Vegreville, supports male persons-served, at home (mentoring/supervising daily activities, household chores) to encourage independence and in the community (attending appointments, be involved in recreational/social activities, volunteer, etc.) to encourage integration into the community.
This front-line role assists persons served with behavior supports and personal care leading up to bedtime, during overnight hours and with morning routine.
Typical overnight shift may include:
• 7pm - evening activities; assist/model nightly bed-time routine (personal hygiene, brushing teeth, etc.)
• Overnight awake duties will include - basic household chores (light cleaning, laundry, meal prep), completing log notes, other reports and training, etc.
Will ensure a consistent, healthy and safe environment for persons in care, and if needed, provide immediate support in crisis situations.
NOTE* CUPE union membership required
*Complex need rate ($22.90+/hr) paid when supporting complex needs clients. Regular rate ($19.60) paid for training/meetings/non-complex needs work.*

In Your Role You Will
• Teach/model personal independent living skills (hygiene, chores, behavior regulation, etc) or assist with direct care of high needs and/or medically fragile individuals, as required.
• Assist and support individuals to participate in a meaningful way in their personal life planning definition of personal goals.
• Minimize risks and maximize participation/inclusion in the individual’s physical, social and recreational environments.
• Administer medical administration or first aid, according to prescribed procedures.
• Participates in shift exchanges, staff communication and communication of issues or concerns.
• Maintain required documentation.
• Drive individual in your own vehicle to appointments, day programs, community events, etc..
• use your knowledge and experience with disabilities, to identify issues, set goals and celebrate success.
• coach individuals with behavior, emotional or physical challenges
• reinforce strengths that are already in place and offer support within the home and around the community.
• Contribute toward design, implementation and evaluation of individual service plans, program specific policies & procedures.
• Communicate/document information that relates to program changes/service recipient changes to peers, ministry representatives and other stakeholders as required.
• Observe/document needs of individuals in service.

*** Prior to confirmation of employment all applicants must provide a current (dated within 6 months of hiring date) Criminal Record Check and Ministry Check. These checks can take up to 6 weeks to obtain, please ensure you prepare accordingly.

As An Ideal Candidate You Possess
• A passion for working in the diverse abilities sector and caring for others
• Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities and complex mental health needs. Other experience such as LPN, Nursing or Health Care Aide may be considered.
• High School Diploma/GED or Diploma/Degree in Disabilities Studies, Social Work, Human Services, Special Education or equivalent
• MANDATORY - A valid Class 5 Driver License, clear driving abstract and reliable vehicle with suitable insurance.
• Cooking and cleaning are part of the responsibilities of this role
• Experience supporting clients/patients with complex behaviours an asset.
• A positive attitude and belief that persons with disabilities have the right to define/pursue their life choices, and participate in community events, employment and recreation.
ALSO helpful, but will train if needed:
• Skills in assisting individuals in anger management, daily living, self help, etc.
• First Aid/CPR Certification
• Non-violent Crisis Intervention, Medication Administration, Abuse Protocol, Proactive Procedures and Behavioural Strategies, Foundations and Disabilities Training
• Knowledge of basic health and safety rules and guidelines for personal health and safety, as appropriate.

What WJS Canada does
WJS helps people with developmental disabilities thrive in their communities through a variety of programs and services, including:
• Community-based homes and residential care
• Supportive Independent living
• Family support services, including respite care
• Day programs, community involvement, employment
• Behaviour, emotional and mental health support

Our Employees Enjoy
• Employer-paid Dental & Extended Health benefits
• Regular wage increases at 6 months and 1 year employment.
• Matching RRSP plan for eligible employees
• Staff training and opportunities to learn/work in a wide array of programs.
• An empowering balance of independence and supervision.
• Best practices programming and innovative care.