Community Resource Worker, Growth and Development
- Calgary, AB, Canada
Full-time
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Original job description
Are you looking for a great opportunity to build your career? Are you a candidate that is passionate, self-motivated, patient and has a positive attitude, looking to support individuals to meet their Quality of Life goals through meaningful and creative supports?
If yes, take a look at the opportunity below.
About Us
The DDRC is a non-profit, registered, charitable organization that began in 1952. We offer programs and resources for children and adults with developmental disabilities, their friends and family, and other members of the community. The DDRC employee’s role model the DDRC mission - “DDRC promotes awareness and supports communities to include persons with developmental disabilities, thereby strengthening communities for all citizens.” If you believe in the DDRC's mission and values, we would welcome you to our team.
What The Role Provides You
The DDRC hires passionate, driven individuals who live our values and can work independently. We offer a variety of roles, competitive benefits, and a culture that supports work/life balance.
We offer semi-fixed schedules that may change based on clients needs, paid training, development, coaching, Benefit Plan, Health Spending Account (HSA), Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP), Employee Referral Program, WCB, vacation days, free parking, mileage where applicable, statutory holidays, and Agency complimentary hours off per year.
As a Community Resource Worker, you would engage in enjoyable community activities, build meaningful relationships, and make a positive impact on individual’s and their family’s lives.
Key Responsibilities
If yes, take a look at the opportunity below.
About Us
The DDRC is a non-profit, registered, charitable organization that began in 1952. We offer programs and resources for children and adults with developmental disabilities, their friends and family, and other members of the community. The DDRC employee’s role model the DDRC mission - “DDRC promotes awareness and supports communities to include persons with developmental disabilities, thereby strengthening communities for all citizens.” If you believe in the DDRC's mission and values, we would welcome you to our team.
What The Role Provides You
The DDRC hires passionate, driven individuals who live our values and can work independently. We offer a variety of roles, competitive benefits, and a culture that supports work/life balance.
We offer semi-fixed schedules that may change based on clients needs, paid training, development, coaching, Benefit Plan, Health Spending Account (HSA), Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP), Employee Referral Program, WCB, vacation days, free parking, mileage where applicable, statutory holidays, and Agency complimentary hours off per year.
As a Community Resource Worker, you would engage in enjoyable community activities, build meaningful relationships, and make a positive impact on individual’s and their family’s lives.
Key Responsibilities
- Facilitate and support clients in implementing and evaluating personal plans and goals
- Identify progressive steps towards identified roles and goals
- Provide an engaging and positive environment for clients
- Team development within individual team, across teams, inter-agency, intra-agency, and the community
- Provide personal care, as needed
- Provide behaviour support and follow outlined behaviour plans, as required
- Provide support with community inclusion including accompanying adults to registered recreational or social activities; foster positive relationships within the community
- Support clients in accessing resources regarding augmentative communication, if required
- Facilitate the development of relationships and natural supports
- Attend all required workshops and re-certifications
- Complete any required documentation within outlined timeframes (e.g., Case Notes, Medical Administration Reports, Incident Reports, Timesheets, etc.)
- Attend all required meetings and planning sessions, as requested
- Ensure full understanding and working knowledge of the ‘Community Resource Worker Position Profile’
- Maintain awareness of and adherence to Agency policies and procedures; work in accordance with Creating Excellence Together (CET) Accreditation Standards
- Disabilities studies certificate/diploma or similar education or equivalent experience, with a minimum Grade 12 High School Diploma
- Current Standard First Aid CPR/AED – Level C is required
- Driver’s license (and vehicle) are considered assets
- Proficiency in MS Office and Outlook
- Excellent written and oral communication
- Participate in self-development activities to ensure ongoing learning and maintain high standards of professionalism
- Knowledge of or experience in community inclusion
- Ability to provide support to adult clients
- Ability to identify issues requiring advocacy and advocate on behalf of clients and people with disabilities in general
- Ability to coordinate and access appropriate services and supports with clients
- Experience providing personal care
- Lift and transfer experience an asset
- Experience supporting clients with challenging behaviours
- Demonstrates values consistent with the DDRC mission
- Ability to work within a team environment
- Takes accountability for work performance
- Remains current on all mandatory certifications
- Sensitivity to issues related to vulnerable individuals
- Ability to display creativity and responsiveness in supporting clients to achieve their goals
- Proven time management and organizational skills; ability to meet deadlines
- Commitment in supporting clients to explore and fulfill their full potential
- Demonstrating inclusion and advocacy
- Travel to all quadrants and communities with Calgary City Limits year round
- Working independently within both the community and client homes
- Attending team meetings and other commitments within the DDRC office
- We value diversity;
- We believe individuals have a right to explore and fulfill their potentials;
- We recognize the need for accountability and responsibility; and
- We foster an environment of respect, acceptance, accessibility, and interdependence.
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Responsibilities
Support adults with developmental disabilities in pursuing personal goals through community activities, personal care, behaviour support, and access to services and resources. Build relationships and natural supports, collaborate with teams and families, and complete required documentation, training, and planning activities.
Requirements
A minimum Grade 12 diploma and a disabilities studies certificate or diploma, similar education, or equivalent experience are required, along with current Standard First Aid and CPR/AED Level C. Candidates should have strong communication and organizational skills, experience or knowledge in community inclusion and supporting adults, and the ability to advocate for clients; a driver's license and vehicle are assets.
Skills
- Community Inclusion
- Personal Care
- Behaviour Support
- Client Advocacy
- Goal Planning
- Relationship Building
- Teamwork
- Communication
- Time Management
- Organization
- Documentation
- Microsoft Office
- Outlook
- First Aid
- CPR/AED
Benefits
- Paid Training
- Professional Development and Coaching
- Benefit Plan
- Health Spending Account
- Employee and Family Assistance Program
- Employee Referral Program
- Vacation Days
- Free Parking
- Mileage Reimbursement
- Statutory Holidays
- Complimentary Agency Hours Off
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Social Services
- Healthcare
- Customer Service & Support
Keywords
- Developmental Disabilities
- Community Inclusion
- Quality of Life Goals
- Personal Plans
- Goal Setting
- Personal Care
- Behaviour Support Plans
- Community Activities
- Recreational Activities
- Social Activities
- Natural Supports
- Client Advocacy
- Augmentative Communication
- Case Notes
- Medical Administration Reports
- Incident Reports
- Timesheets
- Standard First Aid
- CPR/AED Level C
- Microsoft Office
- Outlook
- Creating Excellence Together Accreditation Standards
- Disability Services
- Team Development
- Lift and Transfer