Full Time Direct Service Portage la Prairie, MB, CA2 days ago Requisition ID: 1425Salary Range: $17.32 To $23.39 HourlyDIRECT SUPPORT WORKERFull-Time, RegularREGIONAL SERVICES(Based in Portage La Prairie, MB)New Directions is a social service agency offering a wide range of resources and services that provide supports in a variety of settings and foster people’s hopes and dreams in their communities.We are currently seeking a Direct Support Worker to join the Regional Services team. Regional Services provides a range of resources offered by New Directions including Regional Shift Staffed Homes and Supported Independent Living. Our services support people who have intellectual disabilities and/or mental health barriers to find purpose and meaning outside of their home. This is accomplished by creating an environment that encourages the participation of adults, supports their pursuits, interests, and goals, and facilitates the maintenance and strengthening of relationships between adults and their significant others. It is our goal to create a non-judgmental, safe, and caring environment.ResponsibilitiesEmpowering individuals to gain and maintain independent living situations (apartments, rooming houses etc.)Assisting with apartment management, liaising with landlords, and Employment and Income Assistance (EIA)Administering medicationProviding transportationPerform household chores including but not limited to grocery shopping, meals preparation, cleaning, and budgetingEnsuring Fire safety and Public Health Standards are maintainedHelping individuals live their best lives with a person led approachIndividualized focus towards health and wellnessQualificationsHigh School Diploma or equivalent. Preference will be given to candidates with post‑secondary education in the area(s) of disability services, addictions, mental health, and related educationExperience working with people with intellectual disabilitiesKnowledge of FASD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Mood Disorders,



Anxiety Disorders, Schizophrenia, Borderline Personality, and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder would be an assetEffective problem‑solving ability & robust communication skillsThe ability to work independently and as a part of a teamWillingness to practise compassion, empathy, integrity and promote self‑advocacyPossess the ability to take initiative and work with minimal supervisionValid First Aid & CPRNonviolent Crisis Intervention Training (NCI) certification and American Sign Language (ASL) are considered assetsClear Criminal, Adult and Child Abuse Registry ChecksA valid Class 5 driver’s license, current Driver’s Abstract and access to personal vehicleBenefitsIndustry competitive wageWork‑life balance and positive leadershipFull benefits package (which include Health and Dental Benefits, Long Term Disability Benefits, and a Pension Plan)Significant growth and trainingWould you like to help build a community that values all people? Are you interested in supporting people to meet their full potential? We offer flexible work including a variety of day, evening, and awake overnight shifts.The salary range for this 40 hour per week, full‑time position is $17.32 to $23.39 per hour (equivalent to $36,033.71 to $48,648.70 per annum), dependent upon education and/or experience.Recruitment CoordinatorNew Directions for Children, Youth, Adult and FamiliesWe thank all applicants for their interest in New Directions; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.New Directions is committed to equity and diversity and especially welcomes applications from persons of all sexual orientations and gender identities, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, and newcomers to Canada. We strive for a skilled workforce that reflects the diversity of the people we support and contributes to the diversification of ideas.Accommodations for accessibility purposes are available for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Regional Services - $17.3 - $23.4 An Hour (Portage la Prairie)
🏢 New Directions
📍 Portage la Prairie