Full-Time Mon-Fri 8:30am-3:00pm Sign Language (ASL) Interpreter.

at  Robin Hood Association

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Post-Secondary Preferred
• Two years’ experience
• Must hold valid certification
• Foundations in Community Rehabilitation and Disabilities Studies
• Completion of Mandatory Training Courses and Designated Mandatory Training as required
• Basic coaching and mentoring skills, with the ability to employ various approaches.
• Effective communication skills
• Effective time management skills and the ability to balance competing demands/priorities and deal with competing opinions. This includes knowing when it is appropriate to ask for assistance or refer to more experienced staff.
• The ability to work various shift schedules and in physically/emotionally challenging situations, if required
• Positive attitude and mature work ethic coupled with an ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to set priorities and complete tasks in a timely fashion.

PREFERRED SKILLS

• Demonstrate willingness to learn new concepts; be flexible and to work as an effective team player
• Exhibit attributes of a positive attitude, including a willingness to receive and provide feedback.
• Strong computer, organization, and communication skills.

• Understand and practice all RHA Policies and Procedures, practices and operational protocols, including mission statements, ethical standards and guidelines, restrictive procedures, abuse and medical protocols, Alberta Accommodation Standards, Alberta Health Services standards, Municipal Fire Standards, and Creating Excellence Together (CET) Standards and Accreditation.
• Adhere to RHA Code of Ethics.
• Professional conduct and appearance befitting a representative of RHA, which will include good performance related to personnel policies, such as attendance, punctuality and conflict resolution.
• Work effectively in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
• Promote safe environments by regularly checking for and reporting any hazards that may have developed in the maintenance, design, and/or function of physical space. When hazards are identified, staff will ensure the safety of themselves and/or individuals to avoid the risk.
• Be awake, aware, and vigilant throughout duration of shifts, unless assigned to a sleep shift (and paid accordingly).
• Due to the nature of work supporting individuals with developmental and physical disabilities, all employees of the Robin Hood Association are required to possess a minimal standard level of physical capability. The ability to meet these physical job demands will ensure safety both for the employee and the individuals receiving service.
• All employees may be required to work in any program area during staffing shortages or emergencies or to better support the needs of the individuals or program.

Specific responsibilities:

• Implement individual service plans designed to support and assist adults, youth and children with individual development, community support/development, behavior management and/or personal care
• Provide direct care and services to individuals as scheduled. To communicate in advance to direct supervisor for all changes and/or absences of scheduled shifts.
• Assist and support individuals to participate in a meaningful way in their personal life planning, in the identification and definition of personal goals and aspirations, and in the definition and expansion of opportunities for personal growth, and meaningful and valued roles within the community. This includes following the individual’s leads, and/or the leads of the family – particularly for minor children or dependent adults, to accommodate and support the individual’s personal goals and aspirations to the extent possible.
• Assist and support individuals in the establishment and maintenance of shared, respectful relationships within the community, with a view to meaningful participation and inclusion. This includes assisting and encouraging individuals to participate effectively in employment, volunteer, recreation, leisure, life skills and other social settings.
• Awareness of the individual’s physical, social and recreational environments; taking action to minimize risks and maximize participation/inclusion; and, referring complex situations to more experienced resources when appropriate.