Person Centered Support Worker at Ranch Ehrlo Society

Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 Aug, 26

Salary

31.77

Posted On

21 May, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Person-Centered Care, Behavioral Support, Crisis Management, Interpersonal Skills, Conflict Resolution, Life Skills Teaching, Medication Administration, Activity Planning, Problem Solving, Collaborative Work, Emotional Competence, Written and Oral Communication

Industry

Individual and Family Services

Description

Location: Regina, SK Position: Full Time Temp, Part Time Temp, and Casual position ending June 20, 2027 Posting Closing Date: May 27, 2026 Join our team as a Person-Centered Support Worker! The Person-Centered Support Worker (PCSW) is actively engaged and fully participates in all aspects of the children, youth, and/or adults experience. The PCSW provides individualized care and support to individuals with complex needs, affirming behavioral support needs, developmental disabilities, mental health challenges, and/or other related support needs. The PCSW works to provide a safe, positive, supportive, and therapeutic environment. The PCSW is involved in the implementation of the person-centered care plan that is based on what is important to and for the individual, and in meeting the mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual needs of the individual. Qualifications Education and Professional Certification: * Completion of a certificate, diploma or degree in disability studies or related field of study such as a nursing assistant, health care aid, applied behavioral analysis, functional behavior analysis, person-centered thinking, or gentle teaching. Experience: * One (1) year of experience working with individuals with complex needs, affirming behavioral support needs, developmental disabilities, mental health challenges, and/or other related support needs is an asset. Skills and Characteristics: * Understand the principles of person-centered care and support, and a working knowledge of the various person-centered tools. * Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to form genuine relationships and professional working alliances. * Ability to display empathy, patience, understanding, and a person-centered approach in day-to-day interactions. * Ability to remain organized and pay attention to detail in order to facilitate a multitude of activities and opportunities to ensure participants are engaged with their communities and supported in a respectful, confidential, person-centered, strength-based, and timely manner. * Ability to lead through motivation, role-modelling, and support. * Outgoing personality with interests that can be used to engage individuals (i.e. outdoors, arts, sports, etc.). * Strong written and oral communication skills. * Emotional competence and self awareness. * Ability to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders. * Ability to complete tasks independently. * Innovative activity planning and programming skills. * Knowledge of behavior management and support methods. * Strong problem solving and decision-making skills. * Ability to be flexible and adapt to new situations. * Understands budget and allocation of resources. * Open to continuous education and learning and development opportunities. * Basic computer proficiency. Services: * Provide care and support to individuals with complex needs, affirming behavioral support needs, developmental disabilities, mental health challenges, and/or other related support needs. * Participate in the creation and support of the individual’s person-centered care plan. * Participate in the development and implementation of individual’s activity plans. * Teach life skills such as self care, cooking, cleaning, budgeting, and positive interactions. * Support activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming, feeding, and toileting as needed. * Perform health-related tasks such as medical appointment, communicate with health care professionals, and monitor health conditions. * Assist with the administration and management of medications as prescribed by healthcare professionals. * Resolve conflicts and respond to crisis situations using individualized behavioral support strategies including conflict resolution, crisis management, and life space interviewing. * Communicate with other members of the care team to provide continuity of care and promote collaborative efforts directed towards quality person-centered care. * Support individuals moving into a Supported Independent Living program (SILP), including securing SAID funding, locating an apartment or other appropriate living space, setting up their living space (e.g., furniture, kitchen needs, cleaning supplies, stocking cupboards and food), and securing a day or vocational program. * Maintain a therapeutic milieu. * Perform other related duties as assigned. Leadership: * Provide direction, guidance, and mentorship to new employees, potential employees, practicum students, and volunteers. * Teach and assist new employees to understand the person-centered care plan through modelling, debriefing, on the job training, and in home supervision. * Display positive role modelling, agency values, and fairness. * Collaborate with and communicate to the multidisciplinary team when required. Management of Resources: * Identify required resources for the implementation of person-centered care plans. * Coordinate and collaborate with community resources when required. * Submit receipts and reconcile expenses for manager approved expenditures. * Provide input to the operational budget. * Ensure mileage log is completed accurately when agency vehicle is used. * Responsible for daily inspections, household set-up, organizing and cleaning, purchasing, and preparing food, and general maintenance of equipment, including agency vehicles. * Organize and assist individuals transitioning from respite back to their home, or upon discharge. Safety: * Maintain, promote, and reinforce safe work habits, practices, and procedures. * Adhere to written or verbal agency and government regulations, policies, practices, and instructions. Additional Requirements: The incumbent is responsible for completing all mandatory training requirements for the position as per agency policy and guidelines. Employees must hold a class five (5) novice two (2) or higher drivers license and be eligible for coverage under our commercial auto insurance policy. The wage range for this position is: Full Time or Part Time: $24.57 to $31.77 hourly based on experience. Casual: $20.56 to $23.84 hourly based on experience. Please contact Jane Powell if you have any questions at jane.powell@ranchehrlo.ca.

Responsibilities

Provide individualized care and behavioral support to children, youth, and adults with complex needs and developmental disabilities. Implement person-centered care plans and assist with activities of daily living, health tasks, and community integration.