Support Worker (Supported Independent Living Program) – Yorkton

SaskAbilities • Part-time • Yorkton, Saskatchewan, Canada • C$ 23 - C$ 28 / hour • 4d ago

When applying please include competition number 2025-24-PPR-04 in the subject line of all emails.

Duties and responsibilities:

Assist adults experiencing disability to help them achieve their unique independent living skills, goals, and needs.
Teach daily living skills ie: housework, bus training, menu planning, cooking, budgeting, interpersonal skills
Assistance in dealing with community professionals ie: doctors, landlords, utility contact personnel
Assistance in finding housing ie: phone calls, viewing, landlords, hook-ups, guidance re: choices/availability
Finding meaningful activity and/or volunteer opportunities in the community
Assist clients to manage socially appropriate behaviours
Assist participants with personal care
Provide transportation as required
Regular reporting and documentation

Qualifications:

Education:

Disability or Rehabilitation Support Worker Certificate and/or related training and experience
Valid Class 5 Driver’s Licence and access to a working/reliable vehicle
Valid First Aid/CPR/AED Certification or willingness to obtain within three months
Additional courses such as TLR and PART would be considered an asset

Experience:

Skills:

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, organizational, planning, and problem-solving skills
Computer literacy in Microsoft Office, Outlook, and databases including file recordings
Ability to be flexible and work independently
Strong interpersonal skills and a desire to work effectively with individuals experiencing disabilities, management, and community partners
Open minded and creative, with effective time management and problem-solving skills

Final Candidates are required to provide satisfactory criminal record checks including a vulnerable sector search.

Submit resume, cover letter and references to:

Mail: Mary Baron, Executive Assistant

SaskAbilities, Yorkton Branch

PO Box 5011 YORKTON, SK S3N 3Z4

Email

careers@saskabilities.ca

Please include the position you are applying for and the competition number in the email subject line.