The Good Samaritan Society Looking for PPDD Worker at Edmonton, AB Full Time

Closing Date: February12, 2022 at 1600 hrs.

PPDD (Programs for Persons with Developmental Disabilities)

Edmonton, AB Westaway

The world could use more Good Samaritans. If you are interested in a diverse and rewarding career within a dynamic organization, then choose a career where people matter; where you are valued, appreciated for your hard work, and supported. Join a team that empowers you to live up to your potential so that you can feel part of something bigger and make a difference in the lives of others.

The Opportunity

Employment Type: Permanent Part Time 0.4 FTE

Hours of Work: Friday & Saturday 2300-0700 hrs Overnight

Wages: $16.16-$21.11

Swimming & attending church of individual’s choice may be required.

• previous experience supporting persons with disabilities
• behavioural experience and ability to implement behavioural programs
• personal care experience and /or education
• previous community inclusion experience and knowledge of community resources
• strong verbal and written communication skills
• computer skills required
• ability to perform lifts and transfers per job requirements

Who we are:
At The Good Samaritan Society, Good Samaritan Canada, and Good Samaritan Delta View Care Centre, we believe that our employees are our number one asset. Since 1949, we have been providing excellence in complex/long term care, assisted/supportive living, and other specialized care services for the elderly and those with developmental and physical support requirements. We could not do what we do without our dedicated and committed employees.

What we can offer you:
Work/life balance

Learning and development opportunities

Competitive wages

Pension and benefits for eligible employees

Paid vacation time for eligible employees

Discounted services with many of our local businesses

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Employee recognition events

Requirements:
Valid First Aid and CPR Certification

A current and clear Criminal Records Check Form and if applicable a Vulnerable Sector Check that has been obtained no more than 90 calendar days prior to the hire date.

A tuberculosis screening that has been completed no more than 12 months prior to the hire date.

COVID-19 Immunization Requirements

As an employer with a strong commitment to health and safety, GSS/GSC is taking every reasonable step to protect the health, safety, and welfare of its employees, resident/clients/individuals and public from the hazard of COVID-19. As per the GSS Immunization of Workers for COVID-19 Policy (for Alberta) and the Provincial Health Officer order for mandatory COVID-19 vaccination (for BC), all employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and provide proof of vaccination as a condition of employment. All offers of employment will be conditional on the applicant providing proof of vaccination. Proof of vaccination requires a government-issued QR Code or document confirming COVID-19 vaccination.

COVID-19 Immunization: Proof of full immunization against COVID-19. Full immunization status is achieved when 14 days have passed after the second dose of a two-dose vaccine, or the first dose of a single-dose vaccine.

How to apply:
Visit us online at www.gss.org or apply at http://hrnet.gss.org and create a profile

We thank all applicants, however only candidates under consideration will be contacted for an interview.