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Roommate Companion
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September 16, 2024
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Edenbridge Family Services
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\*Job Summary\*
Edenbridge Family Services is currently seeking an enthusiastic, self-motivated individual with a passion for supporting persons with developmental disabilities.
*Job Title:* Community Disability Service Worker (Roommate Companion)
*Job Summary:* This position will require you to live in your home with a young person (female or male) with developmental disabilities. The in-home support will be around helping the individuals in completing activities of daily living, to live as independently as possible in the community, and ensure community access and participation. Responsibilities will also include accessing resources for recreation and leisure activities as well as facilitating relationship building. Both individuals attend day program. It is INDISPENSABLE A SPARE AND PRIVATE ROOM for this person
*Job Requirements:*
· Private room available.
· Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
· Middle aged person or young couple (No Kids - Pets can be negotiable no more than 2).
· Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
· Insured reliable vehicle with a valid class 5 drivers? license is preferred.
· Previous experience in Disability Services is an asset.
· Ability to teach and promote life skills.
· Willing to participate in activities with client on evenings and weekends ? during the day a couple days
The ideal candidate should have the following or be willing to work towards it within 3 months of employment
· CPR/ First Aid
· Police Security Check
· CPI certification (Crisis Prevention Intervention)
· Positive Behavior Support
Participate in mandatory in-service training as indicated by the Executive Director
Edenbridge Family Services Inc. has been providing services to adults and children with special needs since 1990, as well as to individuals requiring personal care services. In addition, Edenbridge has also been a teaching facility, providing training and certification in a number of areas specific to direct client service. Edenbridge, as we presently exist, continues in the traditions, policies and excellence it has created to provide ongoing supports and services to children and adults with Developmental Disabilities, support for those who require assistance with their independence, and individuals with Mental Health challenges.
If this sounds like an opportunity that interests you then we invite you to submit your resume and cover letter.
_*Edenbridge Family Services is an equal opportunity employer*_
Job Type: Full-time
Schedule:
* Monday to Friday
* Weekends as needed
Education:
* Secondary School (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
* Class 5 Licence (required)
Work Location: In person
Expected start date: 2024-10-15
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LocationLethbridge, AB
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Workplace information
On site
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SalaryNot available
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Terms of employment
Full time
- Start date
Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies
1 vacancy
- Source
indeed.com
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