IN THE COMPANY OF FRIENDS (ICOF) is a funding model in Manitoba that empowers individuals with an intellectual disability to create and live the life they choose. With the guidance and support of a Support Network (unpaid family and friends), each individual chooses where to live, manages a budget, hires staff, and chooses where to work or volunteer.
We are seeking a Support Worker Team Lead to care for a gentleman who suffered a stroke in childhood and is living with vision and hearing impairments. He lives in the River Heights neighborhood of Winnipeg.
Compensation/Advantages:
8 hours paid at work rate ($19/hour)
9 hours paid at sleep rate ($16.00/hour or minimum wage)
4% vacation pay on each cheque
Quarterly pension contributions
Providing overall care and support for the employer including (but not limited to):
Preparing breakfast and supper for the employer
Assisting him to eat his meals
Helping the employer find and do things he enjoys
Helping the employer connect with friends and family
Helping the employer get ready for bed at night and get ready for the day in the morning
Helping the employer use the washroom and bathe
Communicating with the employer’s support network
Laundry and housekeeping
You may sleep on these overnight shifts and will be signaled by the employer if he needs assistance.
Requirements:
Physical ability to assist the employer in and out of bed and wheelchair (employer has lifts for going downstairs and in/out of bathtub)
Capacity to remain patient and calm with the employer
Transparent criminal record check
Transparent adult abuse check
First aid/CPR training
Experience as a support worker or as a caregiver is an asset, but is not required
Valid drivers license and access to a vehicle are an asset, but not required
Those who are selected will be contacted for a telephone interview followed by an in-person interview.
Work Location: In person
📌 Support Worker / Team Lead Winnipeg
🏢 Options for Services, Innovative LIFE Options
📍 Winnipeg
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