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Prairie Branches Ent (PBE) is a non-profit,
community based organization providing
residential, day program and support services for
individuals with intellectual and physical
disabilities. PBE is inviting applications for one DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL AWAKE position for one of our UNITY GROUP HOMES
NATURE OF DUTIES:
By following the established person-centered plan
programs, provides support to participants in a
manner that maximizes their potential and quality
of life. This includes, but not limited to,
participant support and personal care,
administering medication, maintaining a home-like
atmosphere, attending events with the
participants, and administrative duties.
Hours of work: This is a permanent part time position consisting of 88 hours in a 4 week rotation. The shifts are Mon-Fri Evening (5-10pm) and Sat-Sun Evening (3-10pm) shifts.
Reports to: Residential Manager
Required Qualifications:
1. Must possess a valid Saskatchewan Drivers license
2. Must provide a current Criminal Record
Check with the Vulnerable Sector Search prior to
employment
3. Willing to work with adults with
intellectual disabilities
4. Knowledge of spoken and written English
PBE would like to thank all who apply; however
only those selected for an interview will be
contacted.
Essential Skills
- Reading text
- Document use
- Writing
- Oral communication
- Working with others
- Problem solving
- Decision making
- Continuous learning
Specific Skills
- Provide personal care
- Provide companionship
- Prepare, cook and serve meals
- Perform light housekeeping and cleaning
- Launder clothing and household linens
- Administer bedside and personal care
- Feed or assist in feeding
- Administer medications
- Aid clients with bathing and other aspects of personal hygiene
Type of Clientele
- Persons with an intellectual disability
- Persons with a disability
Work Location Information
- Rural community
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities
- Repetitive tasks
- Combination of sitting, standing, walking
- Bending, crouching, kneeling
Security and Safety
- Criminal record check (abstract)
- Driver's validity licence check