American Sign Language (ASL) - Community Living Counsellor
About The Position
The Community Living Society (CLS) is an innovative non-profit organization dedicated to supporting adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities so that they can live full, productive, and meaningful lives. CLS provides quality Person Centred support through residential, individualized, and community-based supports. The role of a support worker involves providing support and actively engaging a supported individual to live a fulfilling and increasingly independent life. This includes helping individuals discover their community, learn new life skills, find employment, and more.
Requirements
- Fluent in American Sign Language (ASL)
- Class 5 driver’s license (permanent staff must be willing to obtain a Class 4 license)
- First Aid and CPR Certificate
- Clear criminal record (paid by CLS)
- Clean driver’s abstract
- Access to a reliable vehicle
Nice To Haves
- Ability to maneuver a wheel chair
- Experience high behavioral support
- Prior paid or volunteer experience
- Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Training
- Mandt System®
- Knowledge of Person Centered Active Supports
Responsibilities
- Providing individuals support with various life goals
- Home support duties (including, but not limited to personal care, bathing, bathroom support, meal preparation and light housekeeping)
- Community outings (including, but not limited to volunteering, paid employment and leisure activities)
- Maintaining records of daily activities and goal progression
Benefits
- Various internal leadership and development opportunities
- Interesting and relevant training opportunities
- Meaningful rewards and recognition
- Clear criminal record check paid by CLS
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
