Casual Direct Support Professional (RM of Hanover, Manitoba)

About Us

St.Amant supports over 5,000 people in Manitoba with developmental disabilities, autism and acquired brain injury. We are a not-for-profit organization that offers a wide range of supports for adults, children and their families. Our over 2,000 staff follow a person-centered approach and adapt to the needs of each person and each family.

St.Amant is committed to fostering a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility where everyone is respected, valued and empowered to bring their authentic selves - free from fear of discrimination - while celebrating the diverse identities and experiences that enrich our community. We stand firmly against individual and systemic discrimination and racism as per the Canadian Human Rights Act.

Position Summary and Scope of Service

Reporting to the Case Supervisor, Community Services, the Direct Support Professional is responsible for the delivery of care and support to children and youth with intellectual disabilities. The Direct Support Professional provides services in accordance with the Mission and Values of the organization and provincial legislation and regulations.

We are seeking multiple Direct Support Professionals who are looking to make meaningful connections supporting children/youth in their community. These positions are located throughout the RM of Hanover (Manitoba).

• These are casual positions therefore we have various flexible hours.
• Approximately 10-20 hours per week.
• Typical shifts are weekday evenings and weekends.
• Shift lengths usually vary between 3-6 hours depending on the child/youths' planned activities.
• You may often be working collaboratively alongside other family members within the home.

The DSP ensures that services are provided in ways that:

• Optimizes dignity, self-determination and attainment of personal outcomes
• Maximizes normal environmental and lifestyle features
• Are respectful of the foster home as a private residence
• Includes relevant education and training

Qualifications

Educational:

• Grade XII Diploma (or G.E.D.)
• Certification in CPR and Emergency First Aid
• Successful completion of St.Amant training requirements during trial/probationary period (e.g. Specialized Behaviour Management Training, Non-Violent Crisis Intervention, Medical Orientation, etc.)

Professional:

• Minimum of one year’s experience providing services to individuals with disabilities
• Knowledge of current trends and services for individuals with disabilities
• Ability to follow individualized program plans

Personal:

• Positive, energetic, self-directed
• Ability to demonstrate a strong person-centered focus
• Physical ability and emotional stability to support physical needs and respond appropriately to challenging behavior of people supported
• Ability to function effectively as a team member and work collaboratively with foster providers, clinicians, professional staff, collateral agencies and families
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Possesses ability to identify and respond effectively to high-risk situations
• Access to a telephone
• Valid Manitoba Driver’s License and Drivers Abstract in good standing. As well as proof of 2 million liability and all-purpose insurance

The above information is intended to describe the general nature of this position and is not considered to be a complete statement of duties and responsibilities. Additional duties and responsibilities may be assigned provided they are consistent with the qualifications identified and fall within the parameters of this role.

As a condition of employment, successful candidates will be required to provide a satisfactory Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening, Adult Abuse Registry Check, Child Abuse Registry Check and Prior Contact Check.

As a Condition of Employment, new employees must complete a series of Occupational Health checks. This includes the requirement to confirm immunization or immunity of specific communicable diseases.

St.Amant is a bilingual organization. Proficiency in both official languages (French/English) would be considered an asset.

St.Amant supports equitable employment practices and promotes an inclusive workforce representative of the people we support including diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, and identities. Applicants can request reasonable accommodations in all aspects of the selection and hiring process.