Disability Service Worker

• Completes all documentation within assigned timeframes.

• Follows direction, actively participates in the program team and contributes toward goal planning for the program. Maintains active involvement in the Individual Support Plan (ISP) process.

• Attends meetings and/or training as scheduled and required.

• Adheres to ethical/professional standards, performing all program/client activities in accordance with Taproot policies and procedures as well as program specific policies, PDD and/or Children Services policies, accreditation and core standards.

• Supports clients in all community access activities. Demonstrates ability to explore new community access opportunities and coordinate with other staff to participate in these opportunities.

• Assists and supports individuals with developing and achieving personal goals.

• Ensures individuals basic needs are met, i.e., hygiene, personal care, life skills and social/occupational skills.

• Observes/documents physical, developmental and psychological needs of individuals in service.

• Contributes toward design, implementation and evaluation of individual service plans.

• Further develops skills and knowledge within human practice fields.

• Provides peer support/orientation to new staff within the program.

• Contributes toward development of program specific policies and procedures.

• Communicates/documents information that relates to program changes/service recipient changes to peers, ministry representatives and other stakeholders as required.

• Participates and supports planning as well as safe transportation of individuals to vocational, recreational, leisure activities and encourages opportunities for social interaction within communities.

• Assists with day-to-day operation and maintenance of the residence/program facility

• Facilitates opportunities for participation and positive interactions between individuals and their communities.

• Presents oneself as professional and courteous at all times.

• Respects client/stakeholder confidentiality.

• Abides by organizational policies to minimize risks and maximize opportunities for participation/inclusion.

*** Prior to confirmation of employment, all applicants must provide a copy of a current Criminal Record Check and/or Government Screening Letter. These checks vary depending on province and sector and will be communicated by the Program Hiring Team.

As An Ideal Candidate You Possess

• Work well in an environment with potential for aggression/violence

• MUST HAVE 2 years experience conducting needs‑based assessments, Providing community supports to adults with disabilities, Facilitating person‑centered planning and individualized supports.

• High School Diploma/GED. Prefer a Certificate, Diploma or Degree – Disability Service Worker, Social Work, Special Education or related field

• MUST HAVE Valid class 5 driver license with clear driving abstract and reliable vehicle

• Current First Aid/CPR and Non-Violent Crisis Intervention certification (NVCI or CPI)

• Training in Trauma Informed Practice, Medication Administration, Suicide Intervention, Managing Aggressive Behaviour (UMAB), Conflict Resolution, Food Safe

• Confident & able to function in a crisis

What Taproot Community Support Services Does

At Taproot, your passion for helping others can truly make a difference. As an employee-owned company, we value collaboration, learning, and innovation. Our strength-based approach guides both our care and how we support each other. Join a team where your voice matters, and together, we're building a company we're proud of.

Our Employees Enjoy

• Employee ownership from day one through our EOT, with opportunity for profit-sharing dividends

• Work/life balance

• Learning and career development opportunities

• Competitive wages and salaries

• Paid vacation and benefits for eligible employees

• Defined benefit pension plan (Municipal Pension Plan) for eligible employees within British Columbia

• Matching RRSP plan for eligible employees within Alberta

• Professional development opportunities and job-related training

• Employee and Family Assistance Program

• Long Service Milestone rewards

• Employee referral bonus…