Elysian Ventures is an agency that supports individuals with developmental disabilities as well as mental health concerns. Our complex needs programs provide individualized programming and assistance to adults with challenging needs and high behaviors. We are seeking coverage for a variety of shifts, including daytime, overnight and weekend coverage. Elysian Ventures provides wrap around 24/7 support to these individuals in their homes and in the community.
Successful candidates hired into this program will receive specialized paid training and learning opportunities to develop, build on and maintain the skills necessary to support our individuals effectively. These will include CPI (Crisis Prevention and Intervention), ASIST (Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training) and more, in addition to client-specific training.
RESPONSIBILITIES
As a Complex Support Worker, you will be responsible to:
· Promoting individual goals and aspirations
· Supporting daily activities (e.g., Independent living skills and, leisure interests, etc.)
· Providing mental health and behavioral support
· Providing support to maintain health (i.e., attending medical appointment, medication administration, liaising with pharmacy, emotional support, etc.)
· Providing aspects of home maintenance and supporting daily routines (meal preparation, cleaning, laundry, etc.)
· Supporting the development and maintenance of meaningful relationships
· Supporting choice, rights and responsibilities and promoting and facilitating empowerment
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
Post-secondary education in a related field (e.g., diploma or degree in Disability Studies, Social Work, Psychology, etc.) along with 1 - 2 years of experience working with adults with developmental disabilities who have a dual diagnosis (an accompanying mental health diagnosis) or an equivalent combination.
Ability to work in a team environment. Strong communication and organizational skills and the ability to establish collaborative and effective relationships with others are required for this position.
· Ability to work in a high-stress environment where crisis situations may be imminent, utilizing strong crisis intervention and prevention skills as well as sound knowledge of mental health diagnoses and developmental disabilities to react and intervene appropriately and safely.
· Training in First Aid and CPR, CPI (Crisis Prevention and Intervention Training) and Medication Administration are an asset.
· Provision of a criminal record check with vulnerable sector check is required for all employees prior to starting shifts.
- Driver’s License, Driver’s Abstract and 2 Million Vehicle Insurance
We offer a supportive team environment, training, and competitive wages and benefits.
Mandatory Requirements:
If you are selected as the successful candidate, you will be required to provide the following documents as a condition of employment upon receiving the job offer
A Criminal Record Check (with Vulnerable Sector) that is dated within the last 6 months
Proof of eligibility to work in Canada
Class 5 Alberta Government Issued Driver’s License for 3 or more years in Canada
A Driver's Abstract that is dated within the last 6 months
Copy of education listed in resume.
*Please note that given the nature of our work, proficiency in both spoken and written English is required.
We encourage you to apply for the Vulnerable Sector Check as soon as possible to avoid any processing delays.
Hours of shifts may vary depending on individuals, but typical shifts are as follows:
Day shifts/Evening shifts are 4 days on 4 days off, 12 hour shifts
Overnight shift, either awake for 12 hours or sleeping for 8 of 12 hours depending on client)
48 hour Live In shifts
HOW TO APPLY
Interested applicants are invited to submit a cover letter and resume
We thank all candidates for their interest; only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Privacy Notice (Alberta PIPA – Access Outside Canada)
Elysian Ventures uses a Canadian-based service provider to support recruitment and onboarding activities. This provider may employ or contract individuals located outside Canada to assist with these services. As a result, personal information submitted during the recruitment process may be accessed from outside Canada and may be subject to the laws of the jurisdiction where it is accessed. By submitting your resume and application, you are authorizing Heritage Family Services and its service provider (including individuals located outside Canada) to review your resume for recruitment screening purposes. If you are selected to move forward based on resume review, a written consent form will be provided and must be signed before any pre-screening questions, interviews, or onboarding activities occur. Pre-screen questions will not be collected unless written consent is provided. If you have questions about this notice, please contact Elysian Ventures Human Resources at [email protected] prior to submitting your application.
Pay: $20.75 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee assistance program
Licence/Certification:
- Class 5 Licence (required)
Work Location: In person
