CHILD HOME SERVICES - Direct Support Worker at New Directions for Children, Youth, Adults, and Families

Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 Jun, 26

Salary

23.38

Posted On

04 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Basic Counselling, Crisis Intervention, Conflict Resolution, Problem Solving, Behavior Management, Medication Administration, Harm Reduction, Health And Safety, Emotional Support, Medical Needs, Personal Care, Documentation, Collaboration, Behavioral Situations Management, Trauma Informed Care

Industry

Non-profit Organization Management

Description

CHILD HOME SERVICES - Direct Support Worker New Directions is a social service agency offering a wide range of resources and services that foster people’s hopes and dreams in their communities. Child Home Services (CHS) is one of the many programs offered by New Directions. This service area offers a range of home supports (i.e., family supports, foster home, group care homes, individualized homes, independent living, mentored living) to children, youth, and families who are dealing with challenges related to the experience of trauma and/or living with a disability. Our community-based resources are designed to support connection with family and community, a sense of belonging, and provide opportunities to engage in a meaningful life. We are currently seeking Direct Support Workers for a specialized home that is designed to assist children and youth to develop life skills, social skills and/or access community resources. Individual care and guidance is provided to align with the needs of the child/youth to assist with mental health issues, behavioral challenges, or addictions. We provide stabilization through predictable structures, clear expectations and positive behavior support. Position details as follows: Due to specific support needs at this time, preference will be given to female-presenting applicants. 2-week rotation SATURDAYSUNDAYMONDAYTUESDAYWEDNESDAYTHURSDAYFRIDAYWEEK 13pm-11pm 3pm-11pm OFF 3pm-11pm 3pm-11pm 3pm-11pm 3pm-11pm WEEK 2OFF OFF 3pm-11pm3pm-11pm 3pm-11pm OFF 3pm-11pm Responsibilities Include (but are not limited to): * Work within a multi-disciplinary team * Demonstrate skills in basic counselling, crisis intervention, conflict resolution and problem solving * Provide support with daily life skills, social skills and /or behaviour management. * Assist with building skills in basic cooking, money management, shopping, and safety skills. * Facilitate physical, recreational, educational, social and vocational activities, and maintain liaison with other agencies, professionals, government officials and the community. * Accompany and/or transport individuals to activities such as appointments, shopping, school, employment or leisure activities. * Recognize, analyze and deal with potential emergency situations such as individuals’ aggressive behaviour to minimize potential harm to the person and/or the public. * Administer medication to individuals in accordance with established policies and procedures. * Actively engage in harm reduction approaches * Ensure health and safety standards are maintained * Attend to the physical, emotional, and medical needs of the children or youth * Assist with personal care routines and be comfortable with changing briefs * Ensure that all required documentation is complete and accurate Qualifications: * Post-secondary education in the area(s) of disability services, Youth Care Worker, and/or mental health. * Minimum two (2) years' experience working with individuals with intellectual and/or cognitive disabilities. Varying experience and education may be considered. * Health Care Aide certification would be considered an asset. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills. * Ability to work collaboratively, develop and maintain positive working relationships with children, staff, and families, schools, social workers and other professionals as part of a unified team for youth. * Ability to manage complex behavioral situations. * ASIST and/or Mental Health Training considered an asset. * A valid Class 5 driver’s license is a requirement for this position. * Demonstrated understanding of Trauma Informed Care. * Circle of Security training is considered an asset. * Swimming is considered an asset The salary range for this Full-time, 80-hour bi-weekly position is $17.3239 to $23.3888 per hour, (equivalent to $36, 033.71 - $48, 648.70 annually) dependent upon education and/or experience. This position is eligible for a full benefits package (which includes Health and Dental Benefits, Long Term Disability Benefits, and a Pension Plan) The successful candidate will be subject to Criminal Record Check, Adult and Child Abuse Registry Check, Prior Contact Checks; and must supply a satisfactory driver’s safety rating. The closing date for all applications March 9th, 2026 We thank all applicants for their interest in New Directions, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Unfortunately, we cannot accept telephone inquiries. New Directions is committed to equity and diversity and especially welcomes applications from persons of all sexual orientations and gender identities, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, and newcomers to Canada. We strive for a skilled workforce that reflects the diversity of the people we support and contributes to the diversification of ideas. Accommodations for accessibility purposes are available for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include working within a multi-disciplinary team to provide support with daily life skills, social skills, and behavior management for children and youth dealing with trauma, mental health issues, or addictions. This involves facilitating activities, accompanying individuals to appointments, recognizing and dealing with emergency situations, administering medication, and ensuring health and safety standards are maintained.