Are you interested in making a difference in the lives of
marginalized populations?
The field of human services provides meaningful work. What you do has a
purpose, and you know it directly impacts and contributes to an individual’s
well-being while supporting the development of more inclusive communities which
benefit everyone.
Calgary Alternative Support Services (CASS) recognizes that the people we
employ are our single greatest asset. We endeavor to recruit and mentor human
service professionals with talent and commitment for disability advocacy and
community engagement.
We have one relief position open in the Calgary area.
Program Summary
The Calgary Alternative Day Options (CADO) program is a community-based day
program serving adults with disabilities. The program occurs in inclusive
settings which allow natural interaction with a variety of people. Clients can
choose to do one or more of the following: self employment, volunteering,
recreation & leisure. For each of these options, clients are supported to
set goals, develop new skills, and create natural supports within the
community.
Job Summary
The CADO General Relief Worker is an essential role to the service Calgary
Alternative Support Services Inc. (CASS) provides to clients. This role
supports clients to build a strong sense of empowerment; the ability to make
positive decisions and help establish themselves as a part of their community;
and provide development and stability in our client’s daily activities.
This role is responsible for establishing professional boundaries with the
client; providing guidance to the client regarding emotional support, daily
living skills, and engaging with community resources based on the goals laid
out in their Individual Support Plan (ISP).
Key Responsibilities to:
Client
- Establish respectful and professional boundaries while developing positive
working relationships with clients;
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To assist clients in the development and monitoring of goals and objectives
indicated in their Individual Support Plan (ISP);
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To support individuals in specifically identified areas to live independently
or increase independence in the community. This may include daily living
skills, community inclusion, recreation & leisure activities, and
management of health-related matters as directed by the client coordinator;
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Establish and maintain a positive professional working relationship with client
guardians and other client supports where applicable.
Agency
- Understand and adhere to CASS Policies & Procedures and program specific
expectations as defined in program Operations Manuals;
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Responsible for checking email communications at the beginning of every shift;
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Complete client and agency specific paperwork in a timely fashion.
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This includes, but is not limited to, the submission of:
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Monthly timesheets
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Monthly expenses
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Client Monthly Summaries
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Hazard Reports
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Staff Incident & Near Miss Reports
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Client Incident Reports
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Actively participate in the CASS Health & Safety program, and adhere to
Health & Safety policies in accordance to CASS policy & procedures and
Alberta OHS legislation
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Maintain valid certification in all core training/employment requirements, and
any additional training as assigned based on client support needs
Culture
- Model and demonstrate CASS values in all interactions with clients, staff,
and community members
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Demonstrate respect and collaboration with all internal and external
stakeholders of the CASS organization
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Demonstrate an ability and willingness to give and receive honest, balanced
feedback
Key Relationships & Stakeholders
Client: Individual receiving support through CASS. Our obligations include
ensuring we are providing positive and focused support that are aligned with
the client needs and goals while ensuring the client is as safe as necessary.
Community Support Coordinators: Responsible for developing services, hiring
and monitoring of all staffing supports while maintaining high quality of
service for the clients. Development and design of Individual Service Plans,
Risk Assessments and Behavioural Support Plans for the clients supported, with
an emphasis on person centered planning and strength-based goals.
Guardians: An individual (private or public funded) appointed by the Court
to safeguard and protect vulnerable adults who need assistance with or are no
longer able to make all of their own decisions. Guardianship provides a range
of decision-making options from less intrusive options, such as supported
decision making or co-decision making, to full guardianship and trusteeship.
Support Network: Comprised of individuals of personal and professional
nature that engage with the client to support them.