Team Member Qualifications

ACDS requirements for the ideal candidate

Background Experience

• A minimum of five (5) years experience in the field of Community Disability Services or other human resources field
• Post-secondary education in a related area of study
• Management or leadership experience
• A comprehensive knowledge of and experience with
  • community disability services
  • service provision
  • organizational policy and procedure
  • human resources
  • governance
  • finances

Personal and Communication Skills

• Experience being a team player who can also handle tasks independently
• Good listening and observation skills both in person and in a virtual environment (e.g., Zoom or Skype video conference)
• Above average communication skills with the ability to
  • help others feel comfortable - a friendly conversation versus an interview
  • ask probing follow-up questions in an objective, non-judgemental way
  • connect with individuals who may have communication and/or behavioural challenges
  • put people at ease and gain their trust
  • communicate at many levels (e.g., individuals accessing service, family members, guardians, friends, direct support staff, management, Board members)
  • respond skillfully, spontaneously and with flexibility when faced with unexpected situations or responses
• Ability to objectively analyze data
• Able to record clear and appropriate examples relative to the indicators

Computer and Software

• Access to and skill using a smart phone and a PC computer is essential (e.g., desktop computer, laptop, or tablet)
• Proficiency using
  • the system software native to your device (Microsoft Windows 10)*
  • video/audio conferencing software (e.g., Zoom, Skype, FaceTime)
  • digital document transfer programs (e.g., Dropbox)

*Note: the CET digital process does not support Apple products/software

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