Life Skills Support Worker - (FT) - Winnipeg, MB

Life Skills Support Worker - (FT) - Winnipeg, MB You’ll feel great about a career with March of Dimes Canada At March of Dimes Canada, our collective work matters.

As a leading national charity backed by a history of more than 70 years of impact, we’re dedicated to being Canada’s leading service provider, resource, and advocate, empowering people with disabilities to live and thrive in communities nationwide.

You’ll be joining a team made up of more than 2, professionals that’s dedicated to solving big challenges and creating real change for people with disabilities in communities across our country.

They’re at the center of all we do, and we make a real difference in their lives every day. It matters to us because the need is urgent and it’s growing.

More than six million people with disabilities in Canada experience challenges like poverty, discrimination, indignity, and isolation.

These are the barriers that you’ll help tear down. Together, with your vital contributions, we’ll keep moving the dial on the challenges people with disabilities face.

Our work is deep and wide and you’ll always find it deeply rewarding which is why we pull together to make change happen.

Our collective efforts are rooted in our Purpose, Vision, and Mission, which inform how we drive all our work forward : Purpose : Champion equity.

Empower ability. Vision : An inclusive, barrier-free society for people with disabilities. Mission : To be Canada’s leading service provider, resource, and advocate, empowering people with disabilities to live and thrive in communities nationwide.

Whether starting or advancing your career with us, you’ll feel great knowing that you’re : Contributing to our important mission : creating real change for people with disabilitiesJoining a leading national charity with a history of impact and a future full of possibilityEnjoying industry-leading employment incentives and benefitsSupported in your professional growth, development, and successIncluded in our empathetic and supportive work culture Learn more about why we’re a great employer at marchofdimes.

ca / careers.This Opportunity : We are currently looking to fill 2 Permanent Full-Time roles of Life Skills Support Worker (known internally as a Rehabilitation Worker) in the Bridgewater area of Winnipeg.

Starting wage is $22.97 with annual increases. Benefits : Dental Care and Extended Health CarePension PlanPaid Sick / Wellness daysEmployee Assistance ProgramPaid Mileage Paid Training Roles and responsibilities : Current position is primarily weekday shifts, does include a weekend per monthReporting responsibilities (incident reports, behavioural data collection and verbal reports)Participate in any required trainingFollow policies and procedures as requiredProvide one to one support and group support within the home and community to adults with disabilities with activities of daily living, personal care, and rehabilitation planning.

Communicate with client, family, and team members.Compensated On-Call Duties on rotational basis.Performs duties in a professional manner, which respects the dignity and right to privacy and maintains client and staff health and safety.

Qualifications and experience : Proven consistency in work performance, including reliability and flexibilityExcellent interpersonal communication and organizational skillsSound behavioural management skills and problem-solving skills.

Proficient with Microsoft Teams and WordProven teamwork abilitiesWorking knowledge of disabilitiesAbility to speak, read, and write EnglishValid driver’s license and reliable transportation Questions about working at March of Dimes Canada?

For general inquiries, you can reach us at COVID-19 Vaccination Policy Please note that March of Dimes Canada has a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy.

All employees must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 by receiving all required doses of a vaccine approved by Health Canada at least 14 days prior to the commencement of their employment, or as otherwise recommended by public health authorities.

We will provide reasonable accommodation to individuals who are unable to be vaccinated for medical reasons or on the basis of any other protected ground, as required under applicable human rights legislation.

Need accommodations? We're here to help! MODC is committed to a workforce that is reflective of the diverse populations we serve.

We welcome applications from qualified individuals from all backgrounds and abilities. In accordance with accessibility and human rights legislation across Canada, MODC will provide accommodations to job applicants with disabilities and other protected needs.

If you require accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs. We are committed to a selection process and work environment that is inclusive, equitable, accessible, and barrier-free.

Our Reconciliation, Equity, Accessibility, Diversity, and Inclusion (READI) approach MODC is dedicated to building and advancing an inclusive and welcoming culture.

It’s also why we’re focused on attracting, retaining, and supporting diverse people. Thanks to our progressive practices, team members of all abilities and backgrounds are encouraged to access the opportunities and supports they need to grow, thrive, and succeed.

Our READI approach is rooted in our shared belief that championing equity and empowering ability starts by investing in our team members and in our shared culture so that we all feel included, safe, and confident at work every single day.