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Inclusion Support WorkerWe are currently recruiting an Inclusion Support Worker to support our family member with a developmental disability to find ways to expand their world in this everchanging environment. We are looking for people to dive into the individual’s interests and be creative at home. This includes using technology to connect with friends and discover new learning opportunities, while abiding by public health recommendations. We are seeking people who are creative, dynamic, and adaptive. Your role would change as community opportunities open up allowing you to support in exploring work, volunteer, and community opportunities based on personal interests and trying new things.Duties:Abide by Alberta and Canada’s public health recommendations Build a relationship with and get to know the individual being supportedExplore interests at home and virtually, supporting the individual to connect with friends and new learning opportunities (i.e. supporting the individual to cook, exercise, and learn), explore opportunities in the community when permittedFacilitate the individual’s participation and support them in developing relationshipsSupport the individual in specific daily tasks laid out by both the individual and familySupport the individual by being present and answering questions respectfully by guiding and directing opportunitiesWork with the individual to establish a healthy daily routineProvide transportation or accompany the individual to community involvement (when permitted) and appointmentsCommunicate any issues promptly; work collaboratively with their family, network and existing support Safeguard the individual in the home and community when neededRespond to unpredictable situations, if necessary, in a calm manner and problem solve with family/team membersWork as a team member with the supportive roommateQualifications:Dynamic, creative, imaginative, knowledgeable and self-directedStrong understanding of and commitment to inclusionExperience with people with developmental disabilities is an assetKnowledge of virtual platforms and resources as well as physical community resources available to support the persons participation and inclusion within their virtual community and physical community in the futureCoaching and mentorship skills – knowledge of and ability to demonstrate and support the development of skills as they relate to managing a home, social and work lifeThe ability to search out community opportunities and provide support (this may include volunteer and employment opportunities)The ability to problem-solve and deal with unpredictable situationsThe ability to demonstrate patience and use thoughtful languageThe ability to lead by example and support our family member to continue learning new skills and develop increasing independenceA valid Class 5 driver’s license; access to a reliable vehicle, applicable insurance and a clean driver’s abstractRecent Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check within the last yearFirst Aid and CPR certification is an assetAn industry competitive salary is offered. The successful candidate will be directly employed by the individual and family. Consequently, the name of the employer is not published for confidentiality reasons. To apply, please send your resume and a detailed cover letter that tells us how you’d excel in this job to ___________________________. This competition will remain open until an ideal candidate is identified. (only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted) ................
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