Direct Support Specialist Okotoks

Direct Support Specialist Okotoks AB

Okotoks is South of Calgary with no public transportation from Calgary. For this position you must be available to work each Tuesday and Thursday 10:00am to 3:00pm.

• CBI Home Health supports people at home and in the community.
• We are one of Canada’s leading specialized community services, home and integrated care providers, operating in more than 800 communities across the country.
• Our teams work together to deliver the right care at the right time, helping people live safely, independently, and with dignity.
• Come find out why we have been recognized by Deloitte as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies for the 15th year in a row.
• Learn more at cbihomehealth.ca [http://www.cbihomehealth.ca/].

Why CBI Home Health?

We’re committed to making a difference in people’s lives – and that starts with yours. You’ll enjoy a flexible schedule that allows you to achieve your goals at work and at home. As you care for others, CBI Home Health will care for you by providing the equipment, training and resources that you need to feel confident every day.

Take an inside look at what you’ll do each day

Under the direction of the Operations Manager, the Direct Support Specialists will be responsible for maintaining and promoting physical care to include, menu planning and preparation, medication administration, personal care, activities of daily living, day-to-day house management, record keeping, etc.

The Direct Support Specialists will support individuals by promoting their involvement with family, friends, advocates and the community to ensure that their comfort, safety, and health requirements are being met. The Direct Support Specialists will also encourage individuals to develop individual skills, talents and abilities so that they may have maximum control over their own life.

Qualifications

What you need to be successful

• Must be available to work 10:00 am to 3:00 pm Tuesdays and Thursdays each week.
• Experience/knowledge of working with adult clients with intellectual and mental disabilities.
• Experience working with clients who have challenging disabilities such as Autism, ADHD, and behavioural issues
• Experience/knowledge of working with clients with alcohol and drug dependencies.