ADULT FAMILY SUPPORTS - Community Resource Worker (Casual)

ADULT FAMILY SUPPORTS - Community Resource Worker (Casual) 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. Adult Family Supports (AFS) is one of the many services offered by New Directions. AFS provides services for adults living in various settings including the family home, transitional or long-term care facilities. The Community Resource Worker is part of a team responsible for assisting individuals with their personal and day-to-day living needs in their homes and in the community. The role of the Community Resource Worker is to create positive working relationships with those being supported while responding to their unique needs, including physical, intellectual, spiritual and emotional. Responsibilities Include: * Patient and calm in stressful situations * Active and willing to participate in physical activities * Providing transportation to various locations throughout the community * Self-motivated to work independently in the community while collaborating with the larger team * Excellent communication with Case Managers and supervisors * Grocery shopping * Budgeting * Assisting with access to medical care * Flexibility to work a variety of shifts (Days, evenings, and weekends) * Creative problem-solving skills * Providing assistance with personal care and hygiene routines Qualifications: * High School Diploma or equivalent. Preference will be given to candidates with post-secondary education in the area(s) of disability services, addictions, mental health, and related education * Experience working with people with intellectual disabilities is considered an asset * Previous experience with providing personal care is considered an asset * A valid Class 5 Driver’s License and access to a reliable vehicle * Valid First Aid/CPR * Certification in Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) is considered an asset * Knowledge of FASD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Mood Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, Schizophrenia, Borderline Personalities, and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder would be an asset * Effective problem-solving ability & strong communication skills * The ability to work independently and as a part of a team The starting salary range for all casual employees is $17.3239 per hour. The successful candidate will be subject to Criminal Record and Adult/Child Abuse Registry Checks; and must supply a satisfactory driver’s abstract. Operating a vehicle is an essential duty of this role. Candidates must hold a valid, active driver's license in good standing to be eligible for hire. Providing a copy of your license and/or your license number at this stage is voluntary. However, submitting this information upfront allows our team to verify your status, which can fast-track your application to the review stage. This posting will remain open until all vacancies have been filled We thank all applicants for their interest in New Directions, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Unfortunately, we cannot accept telephone inquiries. New Directions is committed to equity and diversity and especially welcomes applications from persons of all sexual orientations and gender identities, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, and newcomers to Canada. We strive for a skilled workforce that reflects the diversity of the people we support and contributes to the diversification of ideas. Accommodations for accessibility purposes are available for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

The Community Resource Worker assists individuals with daily living needs, including personal care, hygiene, and community integration. They are responsible for fostering positive relationships while providing support with tasks like grocery shopping, budgeting, and accessing medical care.

Candidates must have a high school diploma, a valid Class 5 Driver’s License, and access to a reliable vehicle. Preference is given to those with post-secondary education in disability services or related fields and certifications in First Aid/CPR and Nonviolent Crisis Intervention.

• First AidPreferred
• crisis interventionPreferred
• Problem solvingPreferred
• BudgetingPreferred
• CPRPreferred
• CommunicationPreferred
• Team CollaborationPreferred
• Personal CarePreferred

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• Personal care
• Hygiene assistance
• Transportation
• Grocery shopping
• Budgeting
• Crisis intervention
• Communication
• Problem-solving
• First aid
• CPR
• Independent work
• Team collaboration
• Stress management
• Disability support
• Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification
• First Aid Certification
• Valid Driver's License
• Self-Motivation
• Anxiety Disorder
• Autism Spectrum Disorders
• Mental Health
• Creative Problem Solving
• Crisis Intervention
• Disabilities
• Intellectual Disabilities
• Problem Solving
• Long-Term Care
• Personal Care
• Schizophrenia
• Calmness Under Pressure

• Social Services
• Healthcare
• Community Resource Social Worker
• Family / School / General Social Worker
• Social Work and Counselling Professionals
• Child, Family, and School Social Workers

Minimum education

High school

Minimum experience

0+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week