ABOUT THE POSITION:

McMan’s Family Support and Respite Program in Fort McMurray is seeking to recruit dedicated casual support workers to provide direct care, support and guidance to children 4 - 17 years old with physical and developmental disabilities, mental health disorders and some complex behaviours who are in the Family Support and Respite program.
Responsibilities will include fostering community relationships, facilitating recreation and leisure, and care and safety of the children. The successful candidate will work effectively as part of a team that collaborates with the child, the family and their support network to assist the family in achieving their goals. Please note there are dogs/cats in clients’ homes.
Hours: Casual employment with various shifts available on weekdays, evenings, after-school hours, school holidays, and weekends.
Location: Fort McMurray, Alberta.

· Teach, model and reinforce appropriate social and living skills within the program, community and family home
· Act as a strong advocate for individuals in the community
· Work effectively as a team with the individuals and their support team to help achieve their goals
· Complete daily documentation
· Use evidence-based strategy to help develop skills and manage behaviors
· Participate in on-going program development