ABOUT US

Turning Leaf is a non-profit,charitable organization that provides person-centered, crisis and treatmentservices to low and high-risk vulnerable and marginalized individuals livingwith mental illness and intellectual challenge in our community. Turning Leaf’ssupport is customized to every individual’s needs and risk level. We offercrisis-intervention and treatment services, community support, day programservices, intensive home supports-IHS (including emergency housing, 24-hourhomes, cluster housing, and home share), a harm reduction program, clinicalservices, indigenous services and more.

Our multidisciplinary teamdelivers a wide range of supports including crisis stabilization, residentialand outreach services, clinical care, justice involved programming, andcommunity based interventions. Every day, our staff work collaboratively to createsafe, empowering environments where participants can heal, grow, and buildmeaningful lives.

With a focus on humanity,respect, and connection, Turning Leaf is more than a service provider we are acommunity of people who believe in walking with others through their mostchallenging moments and celebrating their successes along the way. JoiningTurning Leaf means becoming part of a mission driven team that changes livesand strengthens communities across Manitoba and Saskatchewan.

JOB SUMMARY

TurningLeaf Support Services’ Intensive Home Supports (IHS) Division is designed toprovide 24-hour, in facility, person-centered supports to adults (or individualstransitioning to adulthood) who are living with intellectual challenge,developmental disability and/or mental illness. Direct Support Professionalswill also provide support to participants living independently within theCommunity.

DirectSupport Professionals will work directly with our participants in helping setgoals and making healthy life choices. Direct Support Professionals will workclosely with and report to the IHS Supervisors and Team Leads to observe, plan,implement and execute programs and activities that promote and encouragelearning and development in daily living, social and life skills.

PRIMARY JOB DUTIES ANDRESPONSIBILITIES

- Maintaina conducive environment to enhance a 24/7 resident-centered care and supportHome.
- Promoteand assist the IHS Supervisor with on-going community integration for both thehome and the residents.
- Provideinput regarding resident needs for programs and services.
- Initiateand support the Turning Leaf Community Support Services Inc. polices &procedures; as directed by the Residential Supervisor.




- Carryout administration activities as assigned by IHS Supervisor.
- Accompanyresidents to appointments as necessary.
- Activeinvolvement in the purchasing of home supplies.
- Demonstrate fiscal responsibility related toall purchases.
- Ensure nutritious meals are provided asapproved by the IHS Supervisor.
- Provide awareness of general homemaintenance requirements and report to IHS Supervisor. To ensure the saferunning of the Home.
- Provide personal and emotional support toresidents, as required.
- Promote a live-in environment for allresidents that will foster personal growth, socialization and communityintegration.
- Record of completed time sheets supplied inaccordance with a Payment Schedule. To include a description of applicabledates of service, time of service, and activity of service, and number of unitsof service provided.
- Develop schedules for chores i.e. “housecleaning” laundry” etc. and oversee the Home Standards and completion of the tasks.
- Competency in supporting/implementingvarious “policies and procedures” as directed by the Residential Supervisor.
- Formal standardized written incident reportson participant’s incident as defined by the Province of Manitoba. To besubmitted to Executive Director/Case manager within 24 hours of incident. Verbal notice to Executive Director/CaseManager of incident to occur within 6 hours of support worker’s knowledge ofincident.
- To report any unusual occurrences to the IHSSupervisor and, when directed, a representative of all appropriate agencies.(e.g., Family Services or /and Probation Services)
- To assist and collaborate when applicablewith any or all other collateral agencies as a representative of Turning LeafCommunity Support Services Incorporated.To conduct in a professional manner when in the course of such business.
- To inform IHS Supervisor of any change intheir status and disclose any conflict of interest (e.g., Driving record,upcoming obligations) that may compromise their position or effectiveness.
- To be available for training as requested.
- To not use any physical force when workingwith a participant.



Unless there is a present physical risk to the individual,or to another individual, including the service provider, physical restraintshould never be used.
- As required, to provide and implementbehavior management strategies, training, and support in a non-intrusive,non-threatening, non-manipulative, supportive manner, in the least restrictiveenvironment as is possible.
- To adhere to the participant-centered valuesof Turning Leaf Community Support Services Incorporated and Manitoba FamilyServices and Housing.
- Other duties as assigned.

QUALITIES AND QUALIFICATIONS

Turning Leaf Direct Support Professionalsmust possess the capacity to be aware of and control one’s emotions. Moreover,Direct Support Professionals must be able to handle interpersonal relationshipsjudiciously, empathetically, and professionally while executingtheirresponsibilities and providing Turning Leaf’s person-centered supports.

In addition, every Direct SupportProfessionals must possess experience with and skills in:

- De-escalating aggressive behavior
- Working with adults who are living with an intellectualchallenge, mental illness and who are in conflict with the law
- Conflict resolution skills
- Aptitude towards managing crisis
- Excellent written and oral communication skills

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

- Cover letter and updated resume
- 18 years of age or older
- Available anytime (days and evenings) 15 – 25 hours p/week(Part time)
- Clear Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Check, (no older than 6 months)
- Clear Adult AbuseRegistry Check (no older than 6 months)
- Clear Child Abuse Registry Check (noolder than 3 months)
- Valid Class 5 divers license and reliable vehicle
- Valid Standard First Aid / CPR Certification
- Minimum one-year direct support experience working in aresidential or community setting
- Completion of a Post-Secondary Education in Human Services(Certificate, Diploma or Degree) is considered an asset
- Three employment references

BENEFITS

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

SALARY: $17 – $18.50

NUMBER OF VACANCIES:3

HOURS OF WORK: Saturday and Sunday (8am-4pm, 11am-7pm & 4pm-12am)

SIGNIFICANT REQUIREMENT: Valid MB drivers License and access to a reliable vehicle.

POSTING END DATE: Openuntil filled

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📌 Direct Support Professional (Residential) - Part Time (Winnipeg)
🏢 Turning Leaf
📍 Winnipeg