DS3/4 Direct Support Provider 3/4
Casual
Department of Families
Community Service Delivery
Winnipeg MB
Advertisement Number: 39884
Salary(s): DS3/4 $13.50 - $17.72 per hour
Closing Date: October 23, 2022
The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).
Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to women, Indigenous people, visible minorities and persons with disabilities.
Please note the above statement does not apply
An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 12 months.
The Department of Families is looking for motivated individuals in Winnipeg to support the care and well-being of vulnerable persons in their community. We offer a supportive work environment, flexible hours, a competitive hourly wage, specific training, and the chance to enrich the lives of Manitobans.
Direct Support Providers are casual workers and members of the Manitoba Government and General Employees Union. Direct Service Providers provide care to individuals open to Children’s disABILITY Services (CdS) and Community Living disABILITY Services (CLdS). Respite services can be in the family home, or in the community, with the goal of encouraging inclusion.
To be considered for this competition you MUST submit an application form. See below for further instructions.
Click here to access the application form
Conditions of Employment:
Qualifications:
Essential:
Duties:
Working as part of a team or independently, the Direct Service Provider helps ensure the health and safety of the participants, supports their learning and development and provide caregivers with respite. They also help with day-to-day decision-making. Duties depend on the specific needs of the participant:
To be considered for this competition you MUST submit an application form along with your resume. Complete the application form at the link below or contact Human Resource Services under “Apply to” to request a copy of the application form. The selection board will rely on information provided in this form to determine whether a candidate will be invited for further assessment. Note: You are not required to submit a cover letter, but may be asked to submit references or other documentation at a later point if invited for further consideration.
Click here to access the application form
Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process. When applying to this position, please indicate the advertisement number and position title in the subject line and/or body of your email. Your cover letter, resumé and/or application must clearly indicate how you meet the qualifications.
Please be advised that job competitions for represented positions may be grieved by internal represented applicants. Should a selection grievance be filed, information from the competition file will be provided to the grievor's representative. Personal information irrelevant to the grievance and other information protected under legislation will be redacted.
We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
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