TEAM LEADER for HIGHLANDS
(1 full-time, permanent position available)
About the position:
McMan’s Disability Services Program is seeking to recruit a dedicated Team Leader to lead a team of staff who will assist eight (8) individuals with physical and developmental disabilities, mental health disorders, and some complex behaviours to enrich their quality of life in their homes and communities. *Please note there is a pet in the home.
Hours: Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM; 40 awake hours per week.
Location: Grande Prairie, Alberta.
What you’ll do:
• Connect with and develop helping relationships with individuals with disabilities
• Acting as a strong advocate for individuals in the community
• Work effectively as a team with the individual and their support team to help achieve their goals
• Be involved with program creation, implementation and evaluation
• Oversee and coordinate all aspects of case management, including support plan development and implementation
• Completion of daily documentation
• Support and participate in recreation and leisure activities
• Staff supervision, evaluations and training
• Perform administrative and cleaning duties relating to the operation of the home
• Participate in on-going program development
What you bring:
• One (1) year towards completion of a degree or Diploma in Disabilities Studies or the Human Services field
• Two (2) years experience working within the Human Services field; plus, six (6) months supervisory experience
• Equivalencies may be considered
• Security Clearance Check; including the Vulnerable Persons Sector Check (from within the last 6 months)
• Emergency First Aid-Level A CPR + AED
• Valid Class 5 drivers license, current drivers abstract, reliable vehicle and auto insurance are required
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Computer/Word processing skills
• Ability to assist with lifts and transfers and personal care as well as G-tube feeding.
• Familiarity in assisting with insulin injections.
• Ability to implement approved restrictive practices
• Desire to see individuals succeed
What’s in it for you:
• The salary for this position is $27.03-$28.68 per hour, depending on experience
• An opportunity to make a difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities
• A commitment to a healthy work life balance, Inclusive and fun environment!
• Comprehensive benefits plan that begins on day one of employment
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Basic life insurance, pension plan, disability and wellness programs
• Paid holidays and generous paid time-off
• Opportunities for professional growth and development; paid training
• The ability to work with an agency that appreciates YOU!
Closing Date: November 5, 2024
Competition Number: GPDHIG-13 (Please include on cover letter or resume)
Please apply by email to McMan-Grande Prairie:
Suite 111-10405 102 Street, Grande Prairie, AB, T8V 2W5
McMan Youth, Family and Community Services is committed to an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates. We encourage First Nations, Métis, and Inuit persons; members of visible minority groups; persons with disabilities; persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression; and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the organization to apply.
We thank you for your interest; however, only selected applicants will be contacted.
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