Disability Support Worker

About the role

For more than 130 years, The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a world-wide Christian church, each year we help more than 2 million people, providing necessities such as food, clothing and shelter. In addition, we support people experiencing unemployment, addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission, vision and values of hope, service, dignity and stewardship. As a faith- and values-based organization, we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life - there is a place for everyone to belong here. Mission Statement The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world. Job Description: Position Purpose summary: This position provides direct front line support to the individuals in the START program. START Program (Support Today Achieves Results Tomorrow) "To provide supports and opportunities to individuals with developmental disabilities that will empower them to live life to their fullest potential." Accountabilities: Individuals Responsible to ensure that all individuals are treated with dignity and respect and are encouraged to make their own choices. Provide personal care support, such as bathing, catheter care, incontinence care, oral care, groom etc. when required. Provide day/evening program supports to individuals as per approved shift in the community. Ensure that prescribed medication is properly dispensed and documented as required. Ensure a safe and healthy environment for individuals. Be able to perform lifts and transfer assistance as required and have knowledge of how to operate the mechanical equipment used in transfers. Follow policies as outlined by The Salvation Army START Program and The Salvation Army Ensure procedures in Behavioural Support Plans are followed through where applicable. Demonstrate knowledge and success in training related to behaviour plans where applicable. Assist individuals with household chores, meal preparation/ grocery shopping as required. Review the list of tasks in the group home that needs to be completed daily. Full list of duties is included in each home. Provide transportation to and from appointments and events as required, as per transportation agreement. Attend events and programming with individuals as they request. Participate/engage Individuals in activities of interest. To participate in Group Home or Individual fire drills/ emergency preparedness training Ensure CET Standards and Policy and Procedures are followed. Staff are required to assist individuals with their budgets & money-saving goals. Must be flexible & adapt to changing schedules short notice May be required to manage environmental challenges i.e., snow/rain/ice/smoke and fire while transporting individuals in wheelchairs or with limited mobility. Staff may experience some form of verbal or physical aggression while carrying out job functions. If so, please contact the Program Specialist and START Program Director if you are unable to contact Program Specialist. After hours contact on call & complete Behaviour Incident Report. Responsible for being a positive role model to individuals & the community. Assist individuals to find meaningful activities & community inclusion. Assist, support and encourage individuals to achieve their personal goals through the development of basic living and related skills (e.g., personal hygiene/grooming, behavior, household tasks, meal preparation, grocery shopping if part of their Individual Service Agreement, banking, appropriate dress, care, and maintenance of personal care equipment, etc.) with a view to enhancing the individual's confidence, competence, and participation within their social network (community, social, recreational, etc.) This includes both supporting the individual's life skill development and modeling the desired actions and behavior. Assist, support and encourage individuals to advocate on their behalf, when appropriate assist and support the individual's desires, aspirations and life choices through interaction and advocacy within the individual's social network. Be aware of the individual's physical, social, and recreational environments, and take action to maximize participation/inclusion; and referral to more experienced resources when appropriate. Assist, support and encourage individuals to exercise their rights and responsibilities to make life choices and participate actively in meaningful, respectful, and authentic relationships that align with and support their goals and aspirations. Being a liaison for Individuals seeking employment as outlined in their Individual Support Plan Creating a therapeutic rapport with Individuals that respects professional boundaries. Swimming is a requirement for all employees. Other duties as required by your supervisor/management. R