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VOCATIONAL PROGRAM SUPPORT
*These positions may fill before the application
deadline, please apply immediately*
Positions:
Part-time and Casual
Hours:
Must be available weekdays, between 9am-4pm
We are looking for enthusiastic, kind and patient
support staff to work with adult clients with
Autism. Fun, flexible, workplace, with many
opportunities for training and advancement.
You must be willing to build a relationship with
the individuals we support, and understand that
you may experience challenging and stressful
situations. Our primary focus is to support
adults in a respectful and creative environment which allows them to reach their goals.
Duties:
Assist adults in a community based vocational program
Assist adults in participating in work and recreational activities
Assist adults in building skills that will benefit them
Assist individuals with personal care (dressing,
bathing, toileting, etc.)as needed
Assist in planning and implementing programs as
part of the core team.
Other duties as required.
Qualifications:
Experience working with individuals with special
needs or Autism is preferred. Leadership skills
are an asset, as well as Disability Support Worker
certificate or equivalent.
Some post secondary education is an asset.
Training will be provided.
Police Records Check with Vulnerable Sector Check
is required.
VALID DRIVER'S LICENSE AND VEHICLE REQUIRED
PLEASE PROVIDE THREE REFERENCES ON YOUR
APPLICATION.
Details:
These positions may be eligible for our benefits
package.
Essential Skills
- Document use
- Writing
- Oral communication
- Working with others
- Problem solving
- Decision making
- Critical thinking
- Computer use
- Continuous learning
Transportation/Travel Information
- Own vehicle
Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)
- Not required
Security and Safety
- Criminal record check (abstract)