Seeking enthusiastic, creative and committed individuals to join our team for the 2024 Summer Season

 

Triple S Ranch & Market Garden is a non-profit, social enterprise that contributes to the community and Alberta’s agribusiness.  Our organization provides a creative solution to support the unique employment needs of adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder [ASD]. It promotes personal growth and success on a safe, eco-friendly, sustainable ranch.  You will be part of a team that will grow organic produce for the local community, businesses and markets and work with individuals in our 2024 Animal Husbandry Program.

 

If you are interested in joining our team of like-minded individuals.  This is a perfect opportunity to develop your skills.

 

Location

• Winfield, Alberta [Market Garden Location]

Employment Term

·Start Date:  July 02, 2022  

·End Date:  August 30, 2022

Extension of Employment

• Triple S may extend the term of employment based on funding.  If funding is available, an extension of the employment term may be considered, based on performance during the initial term.

Working Days and Hours

• Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 

• Avg 10 – 12 hr day

• Maximum number of hours per week is 36. 

Hourly Rate and Pay Period

• Monthly salary based on an average salary of $25 per hour based on experience.

• Monthly pay period

Role and Responsibilities

Demonstrate Professionalism

• Adhere to policies, procedures and commit to values and philosophies of Triple S

• Strong communication skills that are professional and respectful manner with individuals

• Maintain a log of daily activities while supervising individuals

• Learn to understand the individual and model positive conversations, behavior, and employment commitment

Express Positive Role Modeling

• Awareness of individual’s behaviours and multiple environments and take action if an incident occurs

• Attentive and proactive to potential verbal, physical violence in the workplace

• Use de-escalation techniques to deal with challenging behaviours on a daily basis;

• Assist, support, encourage basic living, social skills, academic skills, home living through modeling desired actions and behavior;

• Assist and support individuals to build and maintain relationships through meaningful participation and inclusion

• Support goal-setting and implementing goals while support planning for individuals

 

QUALIFICATION AND EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

MANDATORY

• High school diploma

• Certification in Disabilities Support or similar certification, diploma or degree.

• 1-year work experience with young adults with disabilities either through volunteer, personal or work experience. 

• Clear Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector Intervention Check (Note: If you do not have these, you will need these documents on the Start Date of your employment]

 

PREFERRED BUT NOT MANDATORY EXPERIENCE

• Human Services and Social Sciences, Community and Disability Support Services Diploma or student

• Experience with adults with autism (any scale of the spectrum) FASD or ADHD

• Experience in community or recreational activities with people with disabilities

• Experience or passion for gardening

• Experience in raising small farm animals (e.g. rabbits, goats, chickens)

• Health Care Aid and Nursing certification

• Class 5 Driver License and willing to obtain 2-million-dollar insurance

• First Aid & CPR certified or equivalent

• Food Safety Certification or equivalent

• WHIMIS training

• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written

 

PREFERRED BUT NOT MANDATORY SKILLS

Computer skills:

1. Social Media knowledge

2. Microsoft Office

3. Customer Service