Support Worker, Swift Current

When applying, please include competition number 2026-122-CSR-03 and position title in the email subject line.

Duties and responsibilities

Provide individual or group assistance to individuals with varying abilities, as scheduled and in accordance with the Personal Program Plan and/or Comprehensive Behavior Support Plan, in a variety of settings including in facility, community-based settings or home settings. We provide support in the following areas: life skill development, job skill development, vocational, recreational and leisure activities.

Duties include

•     Provide skill development including life skills, social skills, and work readiness to prepare clients for community opportunities.
•     Provide job coaching (on the job training) for clients during volunteer and /or work experience opportunities, which include evenings and weekends.
•     Facilitate group activities with clients while participating in community and in-facility activities.
•     Maintain client records including attendance, goals and activities.
•     Contribute to and review person centred plan to ensure we are supporting the client in meeting their goals.
•     Encourage clients in personal development, self-care, communication, socialization, recreation, and participation.
•     Promote independence and support towards individual goals. If required, assist clients with personal care to promote good hygiene.
•     Transport clients, including use of personal vehicle and or agency vehicle.

Qualifications

Education

•     Disability Support Worker Certificate and /or relevant training and experience.
•     Valid Class 5 drivers license and ability to work a variety of shifts including evenings and weekends.

Experience

•     Experience in coaching or teaching is an asset.
•     Use of technology for remote connecting purposes and record keeping and communication

Final Candidates are required to provide satisfactory criminal record checks including a vulnerable sector search.