Casual Direct Support Professional (Stonewall, MB)

St.Amant•Winnipeg, MB

3d•Onsite

About The Position

St.Amant supports over 5,000 people in Manitoba with developmental disabilities, autism and acquired brain injury. We are a not-for-profit organization that offers a wide range of supports for adults, children and their families. Our over 2,000 staff follow a person-centred approach and adapt to the needs of each person and each family. St.Amant is guided by its core values of Collaboration, Hospitality, Excellence and Respect. St.Amant is committed to fostering a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility where everyone is respected, valued and empowered to bring their authentic selves - free from fear of discrimination - while celebrating the diverse identities and experiences that enrich our community. We stand firmly against individual and systemic discrimination and racism as per the Canadian Human Rights Act. Reporting to the Case Supervisor, Community Services, the Direct Support Professional is responsible for the delivery of care and support to children and youth with intellectual disabilities. The Direct Support Professional provides services in accordance with the Mission and Values of the organization and provincial legislation and regulations. This is a casual position located in Stonewall, Manitoba. If you do not have a driver's license, we will not be moving your application forward. Mileage to and from shifts will be compensated above a 24 km round trip. Hours will vary between 10-20 hours per week, with the potential for additional hours. Typical shifts are weekday evenings and weekends (days/evenings). Dependent on planned activities, shift lengths may vary between 3-8 hours. The children requiring support are aged between 1-6 years old and you may often be working collaboratively alongside other family members in the home. The DSP ensures that services are provided in ways that: Optimizes dignity, self-determination and attainment of personal outcomes Maximizes normal environmental and lifestyle features Are respectful of the foster home as a private residence Includes relevant education and training

Requirements

Grade XII Diploma (or G.E.D.)
Certification in CPR and Emergency First Aid
Minimum of one year’s experience providing services to individuals with disabilities
Knowledge of current trends and services for individuals with disabilities
Ability to follow individualized program plans
Positive, energetic, self-directed
Ability to demonstrate a strong person-centered focus
Physical ability and emotional stability to support physical needs and respond appropriately to challenging behavior of people supported
Ability to function effectively as a team member and work collaboratively with foster providers, clinicians, professional staff, collateral agencies and families
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
Possesses ability to identify and respond effectively to high-risk situations
Access to a telephone
Valid Manitoba Driver’s License and Drivers Abstract in good standing.
Proof of 2 million liability and all-purpose insurance
Successful completion of St.Amant training requirements during trial/probationary period (e.g. Specialized Behaviour Management Training, Non-Violent Crisis Intervention, Medical Orientation, etc.)
Satisfactory Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening, Adult Abuse Registry Check, Child Abuse Registry Check and Prior Contact Check.
Confirmation of immunization or immunity of specific communicable diseases.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency in both official languages (French/English) would be considered an asset.

Responsibilities

Delivery of care and support to children and youth with intellectual disabilities.
Provides services in accordance with the Mission and Values of the organization and provincial legislation and regulations.
Ensures that services are provided in ways that optimize dignity, self-determination and attainment of personal outcomes.
Ensures that services are provided in ways that maximize normal environmental and lifestyle features.
Ensures that services are provided in ways that are respectful of the foster home as a private residence.
Ensures that services include relevant education and training.