Community Disability Worker: One Saturday per Month

Robin Hood Association•Sherwood Park, AB

8d•CA$17 - CA$22•Onsite

About The Position

This role involves supporting adults, youth, and children with developmental and physical disabilities. The Community Disability Worker will implement individual service plans, provide direct care, and assist individuals in achieving their personal goals and participating meaningfully in the community. This includes supporting life skills, personal care, community connections, and participation in various social settings. The position requires maintaining records, communicating professionally, and adhering to all RHA policies and procedures. Employees must be able to work independently and as part of a team, promote safe environments, and be aware of potential hazards. All employees are required to possess a minimal standard level of physical capability to ensure safety for themselves and the individuals receiving service. Employees may be required to work in any program area during staffing shortages or emergencies.

Requirements

Minimal standard level of physical capability.
Ability to work various shift schedules.
Ability to work in physically/emotionally challenging situations.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to set priorities and complete tasks in a timely fashion.
Foundations in Community Rehabilitation and Disabilities Studies.
Completion of Mandatory Training Courses and Designated Mandatory Training as required.
Basic coaching and mentoring skills, with the ability to employ various approaches.
Effective communication skills.
Effective time management skills and the ability to balance competing demands/priorities and deal with competing opinions.
Positive attitude and mature work ethic.

Nice To Haves

Post-Secondary Preferred
Demonstrate willingness to learn new concepts; be flexible and to work as an effective team player.
Exhibit attributes of a positive attitude, including a willingness to receive and provide feedback.
Strong computer, organization, and communication skills.
Previous experience in this field is an asset.

Responsibilities

Understand and practice all RHA Policies and Procedures, practices and operational protocols.
Adhere to RHA Code of Ethics.
Maintain professional conduct and appearance.
Work effectively in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
Promote safe environments by regularly checking for and reporting any hazards.
Be awake, aware, and vigilant throughout duration of shifts, unless assigned to a sleep shift.
Implement individual service plans designed to support and assist adults, youth and children with individual development, community support/development, behaviour management and/or personal care.
Provide direct care and services to individuals as scheduled.
Assist and support individuals to participate in a meaningful way in their personal life planning, goals, and aspirations.
Assist and support individuals in the establishment and maintenance of shared, respectful relationships within the community.
Be aware of the individual’s physical, social and recreational environments; taking action to minimize risks and maximize participation/inclusion.
If working a sleep shift, be available to assist and provide for the needs of the individuals during the night.
Understand community issues and opportunities, assisting and supporting the individual with general access to and participation in the community, including transportation training and support.
Provide transportation to individuals in personal vehicles where required by program/individual needs.
Model socially appropriate behaviors and assist individuals in making and maintaining appropriate community connections.
Work in the community to open doors and provide access/participation opportunities.
Assist, support and encourage individuals to achieve their personal goals through the development of basic living and related skills.
Assist individuals to develop personal home living skills and, when required, participating directly in the care and maintenance of the individual’s home living environment.
Assist with the direct care of high needs and/or medically fragile individuals, as required.
Maintain clear and objective records and preparing required reports and other documentation.
Communicate in a professional, timely, accurate and respectful manner with individuals, families, guardians, staff and community representatives.
Implement recommendations and procedures from Supervisors, Professionals and Resource Team.
Understand and demonstrate a respect of individual’s rights and responsibilities.
Encourage and monitor good nutrition; implement individual dietary plans; support and monitor breaks; ensure cleanliness and sanitation for individuals.
Assist with providing information, support and feedback to new individuals and their family/guardian through orientation.
Identify, analyze, resolve and report issues of concern directly and/or to a supervisory; access support when needed.
Initiate and complete personal skill improvement through advanced training, workshops, readings, mandatory and optional courses.
Select, recognize, interpret and respond with effective communication methods and techniques.
Assist with the relief staff, volunteers, and practicum student’s orientations, answer questions and provide appropriate feedback.
Participate in team and general meetings.
Recommend changes to Policies and Procedures.
May be given additional responsibilities as need arises and as requested by Supervisor, Program Manager or Director.