ABOUT US

Turning Leaf is a non-profit, charitable organization that provides person-centered, crisis and treatment

services to low and high-risk vulnerable and marginalized individuals living with mental illness and

intellectual challenge in our community. Turning Leaf’s support is customized to every individual’s

needs and risk level. We offer crisis-intervention and treatment services, community support, day

program services, residential support (including emergency housing, 24-hour homes, cluster housing,

and home share), a harm reduction program, clinical services, indigenous services and more.

We are proud to be recognized as one of Manitoba’s Top Employers of 2025. This honour distinguishes

Turning Leaf as a leader in our industry, and as one of the top places to work in the province.

WHO WE SUPPORT

The participants of our programs are often deeply impacted by their circumstances which can become

barriers to living safely and independently in the community. Trauma, homelessness, poverty,

addictions, discrimination, sexual exploitation, societal stigmas, and lack of access to resources are some

of the barriers our participants face every day.

MAKE AN IMPACT

Being a part of the Turning Leaf team means you will have the opportunity to make a direct and positive

impact on people’s lives every day. The work is challenging in all the best ways and deeply rewarding.

Many of our employees say they have found their life’s purpose while working here.

Turning Leaf provides ongoing, meaningful training to ensure we remain an industry leader and that our

employees have the skills and confidence to be successful in their careers. We are an organization that

pledges to uphold a workplace culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, compassion, and respect.

We are growing more and more all the time and we are always hiring. If you feel called to be a part of

the Turning Leaf team, please apply today.

JOB SUMMARY

Direct Support Professionals will provide our person-centered supports to participants who live within
the community in various living arrangements. Direct Support Professionals will work directly with our
participants in helping set goals and making healthy life choices.





Direct Support Professionals will work closely with and report to the CBT Clinical Case Managers and
Supervisors to observe, plan, implement and execute programs and activities that promote and
encourage learning and development in daily living, social and life skills.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

- Cover letter and updated resume

- 18 years of age or older

- Available anytime 35 - 40 hours p/week (Full time)

- Available anytime 15 – 25 hours p/week (Part time)

- Clear Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Check (no older than six months)

- Adult Abuse Registry Check (no older than six months)

- Child Abuse Registry Check (no older than three months)

- Valid Standard First Aid / CPR Certification

- Minimum two years direct support experience working in a residential or community setting

- Completion of a Post-Secondary Education in Human Services (Certificate, Diploma or

Degree) is considered an asset

- Valid drivers license with access to a reliable vehicle is considered an asset

- Three employment references

QUALITIES AND QUALIFICATIONS

Turning Leaf’s Direct Support Professionals must posses the capacity to be aware of and have ability to

remain calm in escalated situation. Direct Support Professionals are engage interpersonal relationship

judiciously, encouraged to engage in interpersonal relationships judiciously, empathetically, and

professionally while executing their responsibilities and providing person-centered supports.

In addition, Direct Support Professionals must possess experience with and skills in:

- Working with adults who are living with an intellectual challenge, mental illness and who are

in conflict with the law

- De-escalating aggressive behavior

- Conflict resolution skills

- Aptitude towards managing crisis

- Excellent written and oral communication skills

- General knowledge of electronic reporting

SUMMARY OF JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIRES





- Maintain up-to-date files on participants (static and agile information).

- Maintain daily process notes on Support Worker activities and multi-system interactions

- Write incident reports in collaboration with Clinical Case Management

- Oversee and maintain an awareness of cumulative health care of the participant (including

general practitioner, dentist, ear and eye specialists, and psychiatrist appointments).

- Report at-risk participant activities verbally (including via telephone) and in writing to Case

Management

- In conjunction with Clinical Case Manager/Clinical Supervisor, engage participants in a

process of goal setting, planning and acquisition as it pertains to living safely and

independently in the community.

- Implement recreation/leisure programs

- Other duties as assigned

BENEFITS

- Health Benefits (Full-time employees)
- GRRSP Program (optional)
- Paid Wellness Time (Full-time employees)
- Bereavement and Compassionate Care Time
- Mileage Reimbursement (when applicable)
- Employee Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
- Paid training (First Aid/CPR, NVCI, VPA, etc.)

HOW TO APPLY

Applicants can express their interest by submitting a cover letter that clearly demonstrates why they are

the ideal candidate (cover letters must cite specific examples congruent with the posting requirements)

along with their resume to [email protected] We thank all applicants, but only those being

considered for an interview will be contacted.

Turning Leaf welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Applicants with disabilities may

request reasonable accommodation relating to the materials used and/or activities throughout the

application and selection process. We thank all applicants, but only those being considered for an

interview will be contacted.

Turning Leaf Support Services is committed to fostering and upholding an inclusive workplace that
reflects the diversity of the communities we serve, including Indigenous Peoples. We believe in creating
opportunities for everyone to thrive by embracing diverse perspectives, experiences, and identities. We
encourage candidates from Indigenous communities, minoritized groups, underrepresented groups,
and all walks of life to bring their unique talents to our team.

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🏢 Turning Leaf Community Services
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