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Developmental service worker

Momentum - 5 Jobs
St. Anthony, NL
Posted 9 days ago
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$18.71 / hour
Full-time
Experienced

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Join Our Team as a Developmental Service Worker!

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals with special needs? Momentum is seeking enthusiastic and dedicated Developmental Service Workers to join our team in St. Anthony, NL. This is an incredible opportunity to provide support and care while working in a fulfilling environment. If you’re ready to empower others and help them thrive, we want to hear from you!

About the Role

As a Developmental Service Worker, you will play a vital role in supporting clients in group homes and halfway houses. Your primary responsibilities will include:

  • Providing suicide and crisis intervention
  • Resolving conflict situations
  • Supervising activities of clients
  • Assisting clients with special needs
  • Accompanying clients to appointments and social outings
  • Evaluating work environments to ensure safety and prevent injury
  • Maintaining a clean and safe work environment

This is a permanent position with flexible hours ranging from 12 to 40 hours per week, allowing you to balance work with your personal life. The work language is English, and we encourage individuals with a passion for community and social services to apply.

Qualifications & Requirements

To be considered for this role, candidates must meet the following requirements:

  • Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
  • Experience: Previous experience is an asset but not mandatory; equivalent experience will also be considered
  • Certificates:
    • Non-violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) Certificate
    • First Aid Certificate
    • CPR Certificate
  • Transportation: Own transportation and valid driver's license are required
  • Security: Completion of a criminal record check, medical exam, and immunization records

Who You Will Work With

Your work will focus on supporting:

  • Females
  • Males
  • Persons with intellectual disabilities
  • Persons with learning disabilities
  • Persons with mental health disabilities
  • Persons with physical disabilities

Skills & Personal Suitability

To excel in this role, you should possess:

  • Efficient interpersonal skills
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Strong judgment and client focus
  • Flexibility and initiative
  • A collaborative spirit as a team player

Work Environment

This role will require you to thrive in a fast-paced and physically demanding environment. You will be expected to work under pressure and handle weights of up to 13.5 kg (30 lbs).

Compensation

This position offers a competitive salary of $18.71 per hour, along with an opportunity to make a significant impact in the community.

Join Us!

If you're ready to embark on a rewarding journey with Momentum and make a difference in the lives of others, we encourage you to apply. Join our team and be a part of a supportive and dynamic work environment where your contributions truly matter!

Disclaimer: Please note that the job posting you are about to read has been automatically generated by OpenAI based on a brief description sourced from the Job Bank.

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