Full Time Direct Service Park Ave., Brandon, MB, CA

11 days ago Requisition ID: 1611

Salary Range: $17.32 To $23.39 Hourly

DIRECT SUPPORT WORKER

Full-Time, Regular

REGIONAL SERVICES

(Based in Brandon, 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 3 Direct Support Worker's to join the Regional Services team. Regional Services provides a range of resources offered by New Directions including Shift Staffed Homes, Supported Independent Living and Outreach. 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.

Responsibilities May Include:

Empowering 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 medication

Providing transportation

Perform household chores including but not limited to grocery shopping, meals preparation, cleaning, and budgeting

Ensuring Fire safety and Public Health Standards are maintained





Helping individuals live their best lives with a person led approach

Individualized focus towards health and wellness

The successful candidate will have the following qualifications/experience:

High 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 education

Experience working with people with intellectual disabilities

Knowledge of FASD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Mood Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, Schizophrenia, Borderline Personalities, and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder would be an asset

Effective problem-solving ability & strong communication skills

The ability to work independently and as a part of a team

Willingness to practise compassion, empathy, integrity and promote self-advocacy

Possess the ability to take initiative and work with minimal supervision

Valid First Aid & CPR

Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Training (NCI) certification and American Sign Language (ASL) are considered assets

Clear Criminal, Adult and Child Abuse Registry Checks

A valid Class 5 driver's license, current Driver's Abstract and access to personal vehicle

What we offer:

Industry competitive wage





Work-life balance and positive leadership

Full benefits package (which include Health and Dental Benefits, Long Term Disability Perks, and a Pension Plan)

Significant growth and training

The salary range for this 40 hour per week, full-time position is $17.3239 to $23.3888 per hour (equivalent to $36,033.71 to $48,648.70 per annum), dependent upon education and/or experience.

Operating a vehicle is an essential duty of this role. Candidates must hold a valid, active driver's license in good standing to be eligible for hire. Providing a copy of your license and/or your license number at this stage is voluntary. However, submitting this information upfront allows our team to verify your status, which can fast-track your application at the review stage.

Recruitment Coordinator

Recent Directions for Children, Youth, Adult and Families

We 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.

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📌 REGIONAL SERVICES (BRANDON) - Direct Support Worker (Fulltime)
🏢 New Directions for Children, Youth, Adults and Families
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