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Bow Place - Respite Workers

Bow Place offers a six bed respite home for adults and children with moderate to severe disabilities. We offer a home like setting providing support with daily living and activities.

Relief workers needed for respite home for children and adults with disabilities.

Requirements:
	Attention to all areas of daily living
	Able to work as a team member and independently
	Willingness to learn
	Communicate and liaise with co-workers and supervisors to ensure quality service
	Good written and verbal communication skills
	Experience required in all areas of personal care
	Knowledge of tube feedings and oxygen therapy
	Medication Administration Certificate an asset

Qualifications:
	Grade 12 Diploma
	Current CPR and First Aid Certification
	6 months relevant experience working with children and/or adults with disabilities

Remuneration is commensurate with education and experience.

Please apply in writing with cover letter and resume to:

Attention: Jaclyn O'Donnell
116, 100 Scenic Bow Place N.W.
Calgary, Alberta T3L 1S4
Fax: (403) 239-6490
Email: jaclyno@ddrcc.com (referencing: Respite Worker)

Respite Opportunities Available

The Community Respite Network (CRN) at the Developmental Disabilities Resource Centre of Calgary (DDRC) is looking for caring individuals to provide occasional respite to families who have a child with a developmental disability. This is a great opportunity to make some extra money and to make a difference in others lives, work flexible hours by setting your own work schedule, and to meet others in your own community. Respite can take place in your home or the family's home, depending on the individual situation.

Wages are determined by the type and length of respite provided.

If you or someone you know is interested in this exciting opportunity please call for more information:

Sandra at 253-7498
Theresa at 251-5073
Kristen at 251-5067

or e-mail crnteam@ddrcc.com

In-Home Support Services

Our In-Home Support Services Division is currently looking for Community Support Workers to provide home care to seniors and Respite Care Aides for adults and children.

For the Community Support Workers/Health Care Aides, we require that you have certification as a Personal Care Attendant or equivalent or that you are a student with clinical experience. Current CPR/First Aid and your own transportation are also required.

For the Respite Care Aides we prefer that you have some working experience with disabilities and some relevant education to provide respite care to adults and children. Immediate relief and casual openings for daytime, weekend and evenings throughout the city are available.

For these positions, please apply in writing with cover letter and resume to:

Jan Shannon
4631 Richardson Way S.W.
Calgary, Alberta T3E 7B7
Fax: (403) 240-3230
Email: jans@ddrcc.com (referencing: PCA/Respite Care)

Community Resource Workers

37.5 hours per week (Full-Time) One Year Contract

The Developmental Disabilities Resource Centre of Calgary (DDRC) is committed to facilitating the inclusion of individuals with developmental disabilities into the community in real and meaningful ways and increasing the communities capacity to include all Calgarians so that everyone belongs.

We are hiring for Community Resource Workers to support individuals with developmental disabilities in career exploration, volunteer and leisure opportunities, job support and facilitating the development of meaningful relationships. There are positions available at various locations throughout the city! Training will be provided to successful applicants.

Requirements:
	Provide support to clients in a variety of community settings
	Advocating for inclusive opportunities
	Reliable vehicle

Qualifications:
	Degree or diploma in human services and/or experience

One year contract includes full benefits after defined periods of time.

Please apply in writing with cover letter and resume to:

Attention: Human Resources
4631 Richardson Way S.W.
Calgary, Alberta T3E 7B7
Fax: (403) 240-3230
Email: employment@ddrcc.com (referencing: Community Resource Worker)
or call our jobline at (403) 240-3111 Ext. 362

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