FAMILY SUPPORTS - Direct Support Worker (Casual)

New Directions for Children, Youth, Adults, and Families•Winnipeg, MB

1d•Onsite

About The Position

New Directions is a social service agency offering a wide range of resources and services that foster people’s hopes and dreams in their communities. Family Supports (FS) is a branch of Child Home Services. Family Supports offers supports for care givers who are having difficulty navigating community resources, caring for their children/youth, requiring therapy (family or individual) and cultural services. We work with families to achieve goals, provide care giver breaks by working with children in the community, assist in establishing routines and healthy boundaries, as well as assisting with household chores/supports as outlined by care giver and Case Manager.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
Minimum 1 year of experience working with children
A Valid Class 5 Driver's License and access to a vehicle is required
Effective problem-solving ability & strong communication skills
The ability to work cohesively with others and be part of a team
Criminal Record and Adult/Child Abuse Registry Checks; and must supply a satisfactory driver’s abstract

Nice To Haves

post-secondary education in the area(s) of disability services, or Early Childhood Education
First Aid/CPR and NVCI training

Responsibilities

Take the lead from the family, and work alongside them in their family home
Work alongside families to achieve their identified goals
Support the family with connecting to their community, neighborhood and resources
Some supports may require toilet training, diaper changing and hygiene routines with children
Supporting the families' emotional, physical, and cultural development
Be a positive role model