Full
Time Residential Treatment Workers
Deaf Empowerment And Future (D.E.A.F.)
Support Services
D.E.A.F. is now
accepting applications for Residential Treatment Workers full time positions to
support Deaf and Hard of Hearing children and youth in the care of Child and
Family Services and adults with intellectual disabilities or mental health
issues.
Responsibilities
include:
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Establishing meaningful,
respectful, and caring relationships with individuals supported
·
Providing support and care to
individuals in a community and residential setting
·
Participating in programming to
meet the individuals’ goals
·
Participating in various
recreational and physical activities with the individuals
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Cooking, house cleaning, yard work
and other household maintenance duties
·
Liaising with the education
system, medical services, and other community resources
Requirements:
·
Valid driver’s license and access
to use of vehicle.
·
Must be available to work a
variety of shifts on a 24-7 basis (days, weekends, evenings, overnights)
·
Ability to intervene effectively
in crisis situations using NVCI techniques
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Demonstrated knowledge, awareness
and sensitivity to diverse cultures and traditions
·
Related education and/or
experience working with children with behavioural problems and emotional
difficulties for the Residential Treatment Worker position
·
Related education and/or
experience working with adults with intellectual disabilities or mental health
issues for the Support Worker position
·
First Aid/C.P.R. and Non-Violent
Crisis Intervention Training are considered assets
·
Good problem solving and
communication skills
·
Strong work ethics and ability to
work independently and as part of a team
·
Have interest and commitment to
work with children, youth, and people with disabilities.
·
Basic American Sign Language
(ASL), understanding of Deaf Culture, and willingness to continue learning ASL
·
Criminal Record, Child Abuse and
Adult Abuse Registry Checks, and in addition Prior Contact Check for the
Residential Treatment Worker position
The annual salary
range for the Residential Treatment Worker position is $31,149.17 to $43,609.48
plus an attractive benefits package.
Please forward your
resume and covering letter with 3 references to:
D.E.A.F.
Support Services
New Directions for Children, Youth, Adults
and Families
500-717 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg,
Manitoba R3B 0G8
E-Mail: D.E.A.F@newdirections.mb.ca
We thank all
applicants for their interest in New Directions however only those selected for
an interview will be contacted. Preference will be given to Deaf and Hard
of Hearing applicants that meet qualifications. Unfortunately we cannot accept
telephone inquiries.
New Directions strives towards a workforce that has
fair representation of Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, visible
minorities, and women.
