Direct Support Professional (SIL)

Support individual(s) with their person-centered planning process and encouraging/assisting each individual to participate in daily activities and in making informed choices/decisions in their personal life.

Play an active role in providing individual(s) opportunities to grow relationships and teach and assist the individual(s) in developing positive social interactions.

Be an advocate for justice, inclusion, and full community participation on behalf of vulnerable persons; help the individual(s) understand their rights.

Ensure individual’s emotional, physical, spiritual, and medical needs are met when required.

Maintain positive and effective communication.

Ensure completion and secure storage of records and documentation following Agency policies and procedures and the Department of Families requirements.

Participate in staff meetings and professional development, assist in training new staff, follow policies and procedures of the organization, and maintain confidentiality.

Assist the individuals with the management of their funds on a day-to-day basis.

Ensure a safe and well-maintained living environment, adhering to fire safety regulations, food handling protocols in alignment with public health standards, Government and organization’s policies, procedures, and regulations.

Provide travel assistance and support to individual(s) to safely and confidently navigate public transportation to access community activities, appointments, and services.

Be caring, compassionate, patient, respectful, and understanding.

What you will bring: Experience with supporting individual(s) with developmental disabilities.

A valid Emergency First Aid and CPR Level C.

Satisfactory Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search, Child Abuse Registry Check, and Adult Abuse Registry Check, all done within the last 3 months.

NVCI (Non-Violent Crisis Intervention) Training Certification is an asset.

Demonstrate effective communication strategies, along with strong relationship building skills.

Dependable and reliable with the ability to adapt to changing situations.

Demonstrate effective problem-solving skills.

Flexibility in availability is highly required.

Comprehensive on the job training Continuous training for skill development Cell phone allowance Perks programs Goodlife Corporate memberships Flexibility Great work culture Referral Program Health and Dental benefits Pension Plan Shift Details Days, some evenings, and weekends Job Type: Permanent, Full-time Closing Date: Until Filled Work Location: Winnipeg, MB Interested? Please visit our website at https://pulford.ca/employment and click the Apply Now button. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.