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The Communication Support Worker (CSW) will work within the community and at Cheshire Homes of Saskatoon with a young adult with cognitive, intellectual and physical disabilities. The worker will assist with the residents communication pattern goals as directed by a Speech Language Pathologist. The worker will also facilitate communication and programming of Dynavox as well as utilizing other communication technology.
As a CSW you would work alongside other professionals such as speech-language pathologist, doctor, and other therapists. The resident will need more than one type of support at the same time. You would be part of assisting the resident to meet with this support team.
Essential Skills
- Reading text
- Document use
- Numeracy
- Writing
- Oral communication
- Working with others
- Problem solving
- Decision making
- Critical thinking
- Job task planning and organizing
- Finding information
- Computer use
- Continuous learning
- Significant use of memory
Transportation/Travel Information
- Own vehicle
- Valid driver's licence
- Public transportation is available
Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)
- Human Services Diploma
Additional Skills
- Administrative and office activities
- Research techniques
- Sign language
Specific Skills
- Obtain information and prepare reports or case histories
- Assess client's relevant skill strengths and development needs
- Conduct follow-up assessments
- Resolve conflict situations
- Liaise with other social services agencies and health care providers involved with clients
Work Setting
- Social service agency
- Group home
- Community or neighbourhood centre
Ability to Supervise
- 1-2 people
Work Location Information
- Work in employer's/client's home
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities
- Physically demanding
Security and Safety
- Child abuse registry check
- Driver's validity licence check
- Driving record check (abstract)
- Confidential security clearance
Target Groups or Clients
- Male
- Persons with intellectual disabilities
- Persons with physical disabilities
- Persons with learning disabilities