Pay or shift range: $27.77 CAD to $29.37 CAD
The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons.
Description Value Statement: Elmira District Community Living recognizes the importance and value in having our staff demonstrate flexibility and trust while creating a caring, safe, harmonious and fun environment for both the team and those we support.
Code of Conduct:
EDCL respects the worth, dignity and uniqueness of all persons as well as their rights and opportunities within a safe, caring environment. The code of conduct policy is intended to serve as a guide to the everyday conduct of employees providing services and supports. It is not intended to list every possible scenario that an employee might encounter since many standards of conduct are the result of established practices, customs or common sense decision making and as such are not stated explicitly.
Unacceptable actions that deviate from the standard are not acceptable and will be subject to discipline, up to and including termination of employment.
Qualifications:
Education and Training-
Must be 18 years of age or older
University Degree or DSW or college diploma in a related Human Services field or certification in a related Human Services field (ex. PSW certificate) with a minimum of 2000 hours experience, at Manager’s discretion
Grade 12 or GED with a minimum of 4000 hours experience at Manager’s discretion
Valid driver’s license and required insurance
Able to obtain required training; including but not limited to; CPR, First Aid, NVCI, WHMIS, Violence in the Workplace, fire extinguisher, Bullying in the Workplace, Hand Hygiene, Donning and Doffing and all aspects of proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Attend Association Orientation
Physically able to fulfill requirements of the job
Available for extra training
Flexibility; adapts to and works effectively through changing situations
Demonstrates the ability for developing others through coaching, encouraging and constructive feedback
Manages change; with the people, families and this association
Takes initiative; is proactive and thinks ahead
Leadership skills; provides inspiration, direction and clarity
Demonstrates the ability to build networks and relationships; works cooperatively with all stakeholders to meet mutual goals
Resilience; maintains stamina and performance under continuing stress and acts effectively under pressure
Manages resources e.g. people, materials, funds and utilizes them effectively
Seeks on-going self-development and takes action to improve personal capability
Strategic thinking; links long range visions to daily work
Good problem solving and decision making skills
Is accountable and holds others accountable
Creative and enthusiastic approach to the job
Able to work independently as well as collaboratively with the entire support team
Develops good interpersonal relations and shows respect and sensitivity to all people
Demonstrates self-control; restrains negative responses when provoked or faced with opposition from others and takes positive action to resolve it effectively
Service oriented; shows a high level of commitment towards all people and takes action to best meet their needs
Commitment to this association
Responsibilities and Duties:
Programs- Identify, design and implement programs/goals for each person as required, utilizing input from families/guardians/advocates and other full and part-time staff.
In conjunction with the person, family, friends and staff,



create the ISP assisting the person to make choices/decisions regarding their present and future life.
Arrange for annual ISP case conference
Ensure that all staff are aware of and following the ISP
Assume the role of contact person recognizing the importance of family involvement
Support and encourage each person to develop skills and assume roles, which promote their participation and employment in the community
Support and encourage each person to participate in the cultural, spiritual, recreational, leisure activities and affairs in the community
Ensure all activities are in accordance with the principals and philosophy of Elmira District Community Living
Support people in decision-making skills, exercising choices, taking reasonable risks and assuming responsibilities. Show good judgment when decisions may place a person at undue risk
Identify organizational barriers to people’s goals and promote alternative strategies and/or approaches
Advocates on behalf of the people, the association and for the sector
Advocates when necessary and in conjunction with family/primary care giver, to outside agencies for consultation. Ex., appointments such as medical, OT/PT, behavioural, etc., vocational, recreational and financial or in any other areas as needed
In conjunction with the person, assess, support and recommend them for participation in community employment or volunteer placements, while recognizing abilities and personal goals
Responsibilities to Family/Guardian/Advocate-
Maintain contact on a regular basis as established by a person’s circumstances and needs, or by Manager’s direction
Keep Families/Guardians/Advocates involved in all decision making processes and provide them with documentation
Provide immediate contact in an emergency, crisis or health concern situation
Involve them in the ISP process
Make Families/Guardians/Advocates welcome in the work place
Administrative Duties- Maintain complete, up-to-date and confidential records and documentation for each person. Maintain complete, up-to-date financial documents including banking and monthly payments.
Ensure monthly Financial report and Health Services report for each individual is completed and submitted to Manager for approval.
Responsible for yearly inventory
Order occupancy and office supplies as necessary
Takes charge of household responsibilities
Acts as a resource to other employees
Supervise daily living skills to promote independence where deemed appropriate
Supervise care of personal hygiene
Supervise weekly menu planning and meal preparation in accordance with Canada’s Food Guide
Supervise housekeeping duties
Supervise recreation and leisure activities within the home and community.
Ensure all staff are following individual’s ISP’s
Ensure all staff follow policies and procedures of this Association
Report to:
Meetings with residential Manager or Supervisor as needed
Report any problems/concerns to residential Manager or Supervisor immediately
Team Function-
Act as liaison between programs, staff and the community
Attend, participate and contribute to monthly staff meeting
Attend and participate in meetings, discussions and decision making
Conduct themselves in a positive and professional manner at all times
Attend and contribute to all staff development
Fosters, on a day-to-day basis,



the inclusion of all part-time and support staff and promotes input from same
Provide orientation of staff and volunteers and provide leadership and direction to other staff as applicable
Maintain confidentiality between programs in relation to staff issues and performance
Provide ongoing information to all those involved with the people we support, including; manager, staff, programs and family
Maintain accurate communication notes where applicable
Work within agency policy to resolve issues and concerns within the program to reach a constructive and positive outcome
Communicate positively at all times with regard to staff and people supported
Respect of confidentiality of all people, co-workers and agency
Health and Safety-
Encourage people to assume as much responsibility for their health care needs as possible through instruction and education
Ensure that Health and Safety guidelines, incident/accident reports and occurrences, NVCI or other crisis protocols are understood, followed and reported
Will possess and demonstrate knowledge and certification (where applicable) of First Aid, CPR, NVCI, WHMIS, Occupational Health and Safety Act, fire prevention and other areas deemed necessary by this Association
Ensure people are properly trained and able to demonstrate safe operating techniques on all relevant equipment, and understand the importance of wearing any protective gear, ex. safety glasses, gloves etc.
When required, must be able to demonstrate safe lifting and transferring techniques for both mechanical and manual lifts, according to EDCL policy
If designated Health and Safety Representative, ensure monthly fire drills are practiced and documented, and annual Health and Safety inspections are completed and documented and attend Health and Safety meetings every second month
Be aware of evacuation and emergency procedures
Ensure that all medications are administered and documented accurately and are kept in the designated, properly locked cabinet
If driving Association vehicle, ensure circle check is completed as well as Ministry checklist and ensure vehicle meets standards of the MTO (if applicable)
Working Conditions-
May be required to accommodate a person’s changing physical or environmental needs, ex. aging, dementia, mobility or behavioural
Adapting to uncontrollable circumstances, for example, power outages, severe weather
Ensure that the home is a clean, safe and enjoyable workplace for everyone and meets or exceeds the standards of the Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services and this Association
Ensure that the home environment supports individuals emotional and physical well being
May be occasionally required to perform basic maintenance duties
Transporting individuals as needed in agency vehicles or in personal vehicle as approved by Manager/Association
Reporting Structure: Elmira District Community Living is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors who are elected by the Association’s membership in accordance with the Association’s bylaws. The reporting structure follows on down from the Board as follows; Executive Director, Services Director/Directors, Manager, Supervisor, Primary Support Staff , Direct Support Staff, other Full-time Positions, Part-time/Casual staff.
General: It is expected that all staff are aware of and abide by the Policies and Procedures of Elmira District Community Living and Ministry compliance standards.
This job description should not be construed to imply that these requirements are exclusive standards of the position. Employees may be required to follow any other instructions and to perform other related duties that may be required by the Association.

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📌 Primary Support Staff (Manitoba)
🏢 Elmira District Community Living
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