Role overview

ADULT RELIEF PROPRIETOR

Would you like to open your home to a female adult with developmental disabilities and make an incredible difference in her life?

This individual lives in adult full-time proprietorship in Lacombe County. She is non-verbal and requires close and constant supervision and boundaries. She requires motivation and direction but has minimal behaviors if given space when frustrated. She is fun, loving and enjoys a lot of verbal praise. You would bring her into your home 2 weekends (48hr period) per month; or as required or agreed upon.

The Company:

Parkland C.L.A.S.S. is a family-based organization, focused on increasing the quality of life for children and adults with developmental disabilities through individual choice, dignity and rights since 1963. We support over 350 Individuals in Central Alberta and in The North West Territories.

The Position:

Providing a stable, supportive home environment, encourage positive development and personal growth; facilitate daily routine activities; encourage and assist engagement in meaningful community involvement; participate in the development and implementation of personalized goals; and promoting, empowering and supporting an Individual’s wellness is all aspects of life. Required duties are: bathing, community outings, household chores, medication administration, personal hygiene, prepare meals.

Relief/Part Time Opportunities:

Remuneration is $137.50 tax free per 24-hour period

Requirements:

Completed Grade 12 Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED)
Class 5 driver’s license and own vehicle (with valid insurance & registration)
Acceptable Driver’s Abstract
Acceptable Police Information Check & Child Intervention Record Check)
Private room for the individual
Non-smoking, clean and safe living environment
Home must comply with required safety standards
Experience with non-verbal communication, global developmental delay, autistic tendencies

Why should you apply?

To make a difference in the life of someone in need
Extensive training provided at no cost
To join a group of welcoming, passionate, and results driven people
Excellent learning environment with great opportunities

Please send a cover letter & resume quoting Comp #8372APMA to: Fax: 403-986-2404 or E-mail: hr@pclass.org

If you would like to gather more information regarding this position, please contact Nicole Schultz, Program Coordinator at 587-273-6130.