Support Worker

Job summary

The Support Worker provides specialized care, community integration, and behavioural support to individuals with developmental disabilities and mental health challenges. Responsibilities include documenting client records, administering medication, and maintaining a safe, supportive environment in group homes.

Job details

Are you a dedicated and compassionate individual who is committed to making a meaningful difference in the lives of others? Do you thrive in a community-based environment where every day brings new opportunities to empower the people you support? If so, Supported Lifestyles is looking for a Support Worker to join its diverse and mission-driven team. About the Company Supported Lifestyles Ltd. is a not-for-profit agency that provides services to individuals with developmental disabilities and mental health challenges. Its mission is to provide highly specialized, quality supports to individuals with complex disabilities. Additionally, it prides itself on employing individuals who demonstrate and embody a culture of care in every interaction and communication — whether this is with the individuals they support or their work colleagues. What's in it for You In addition to working with a dynamic and supportive team in a meaningful role, you will receive the following perks:. * Social events including employee appreciation, and employee recognition. * Work-life balance. * Growth and career advancement opportunities. * Wellness workshop and Mental Health Resources. * Close to public transit. Responsibilities The responsibilities of this position may include, but are not limited to the following: * Deliver quality, specialized services in accordance with Supported Lifestyles' mission, philosophy, agency, and position standards. * Provide support to individuals through community integration, skill learning, and positive quality of life. * Provide assistance to individuals in service, including behavioural and emotional support, data collection, and implementation of behavioural support plans. * Participate in community and recreational pursuits with individuals in service. * Administer and document medication in accordance with organizational policies and individual care plans. * Participate in the general upkeep of the group home. * Provide de-escalation support and crisis management as needed. * Document and maintain accurate client records, case notes, and reports. Qualifications/Requirements * Minimum 3 months of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities and/or mental health challenges. * Experience providing behavioural supports to clients. * Experience providing personal care (e.g., assisting with bathing, toileting, and personal hygiene). * Post-secondary education in a related field is an asset (e.g., Human Services, Social Work, Psychology, etc.). * Ability to work effectively in a team environment. * Strong communication and interpersonal skills. * Access to a personal vehicle is an asset (we support individuals across all four quadrants of Calgary). * Current First Aid/CPR certification is an asset. Compensation The salary range for this position is $ 18.74 - 20.11 CAD per hour. Schedule We have several shifts available to suit all lifestyles! Shifts typically fall between 09:00–15:00, 15:00–21:00, 09:00–21:00 ( weekdays and weekends), and 21:00–09:00 (overnights). We offer a variety of full-time, part-time, and relief opportunities, with the option to pick up additional shifts. We support individuals in all quadrants of the city (NE, NW, SE, SW). We thank all candidates for their interest, but please note that only qualified candidates will be contacted for next steps.

What you’ll do

The Support Worker provides specialized care, community integration, and behavioural support to individuals with developmental disabilities and mental health challenges. Responsibilities include documenting client records, administering medication, and maintaining a safe, supportive environment in group homes.

Requirements

Candidates must have at least 3 months of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities or mental health challenges and experience providing behavioural support. Post-secondary education in a related field and First Aid/CPR certification are considered assets.

Benefits

• Social events • Employee appreciation • Employee recognition • Work-life balance • Growth and career advancement opportunities • Wellness workshop • Mental Health Resources

Listed skills

• Teamwork · Preferred
• interpersonal skills · Preferred
• Mental Health Support · Preferred
• Documentation · Preferred
• Communication Skills · Preferred
• crisis management · Preferred
• Personal Care · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Developmental disabilities support
• Mental health support
• Behavioural support
• Personal care
• Crisis management
• De-escalation
• Medication administration
• Documentation
• Case notes
• Community integration
• Communication skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Teamwork
• Toileting
• De-escalation Techniques
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification
• First Aid Certification
• Compassion
• Mental Health
• Medical Records
• Social Work
• Communication
• Crisis Management
• Developmental Disabilities
• Disabilities
• Higher Education
• Psychology
• Human Services
• Interpersonal Communications
• Personal Care

Job areas

• Social Services
• Healthcare
• Support Worker
• Caregiver / Personal Care Aide
• Companions and Valets
• Personal Care Aides
• Home Health and Personal Care Aides