Fairfax Community Resources Inc.
96 Sherbrook Street R3C 2B3 Winnipeg, MB, Canada

The Fairfax team would love to wish Dr.Hardy a heartfelt farewell as he embarks on his 2nd retirement. Dr.Hardy has had a great impact on the accomplishments of our growing agency and because of that we have dedicated the training room to him. All of our training classes and other Fairfax meetings and enhanced training workshops, will now be held at the Dr.Hardy Training Centre. On Friday May 17th, 2019 we hosted a potluck lunch celebrating Dr.Hardy’s accomplishments in the field and dedication to people living with developmental disabilities. Here are some pictures of the event

Job Description Job Summary: The Direct Support Professional (DSP) supports every aspect of the lives of people with intellectual disabilities to help them achieve the best possible essential safeguards, quality of life, personal growth, and natural relationships as they emerge into their rightful place within the community. The DSP reports to a designated Team Leader or program coordinator; no positions report to the DSP.... The DSP completing the overnight asleep shift will be required to sleep in the home and respond to the support needs of the individual if they wake up. Preference will be given to DSP’s with experience working with individuals who engage in self-harming behaviours, who are physically capable, confident and comfortable with applying physical supports and comfortable with bodily fluids. Position Requirements: Must be 18 years of age or older Updated resume. Must have a minimum education of Grade 10 diploma or equivalent. Must have strong written and oral communication skills. Must have strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to working within a team. Must have a class 5F MB driver's license. *Criminal Record Search Certificate with Vulnerable Sector screening. *Abuse Registry checks. 2 applicable employment references and 1 character reference. *Checks can be no older than 3 months Position Benefits: Health benefits available after three months of full-time employment GRRSP contribution available after one year of full-time employment Loyalty Incentive 2 Paid Wellness days (full-time employees only) 4 Paid Sick days (full-time employees only) Position Salary Range: $13.75 - $16.00 /hr Asleep shifts: $11.90 /hr Want to learn more about us? Check out our website at www.fairfaxcommunity.ca If you are interested in applying for this position, please upload your cover letter and resume on this site, or send it directly to:

A brief selection of some of the stunning looks, smiling faces, and wonderful people at the rally and parade! Thank you to everyone who participate, to those wh...o came out to show their support, to our sponsors, and of course to our volunteers - without whom the festival would not have been possible. We are so grateful to have a community with such a generous spirit. Hope everyone had a wonderful weekend! See more

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We are looking to fill several Direct Support Professional positions with people that have several years of experience working with people living with a disability that have specialized support needs (i.e. verbal and physical aggression) About Fairfax Community Inc. Fairfax Community Inc. is a non-profit organization that began back in September 2009, with the mission to improve the lives of people with intellectual disabilities who are challenged to find services to meet the...Continue reading

FAIRFAX INC. WE’RE ACCESSIBLE! Here at Fairfax we truly believe that everyone, no matter their abilities have a rightful place in our community. This means that we all have a responsibility to engage, empower and encourage people of all abilities to enjoy life, no matter how that may look. One way that we all can help people develop essential skills for daily living, live inclusive lives, achieve personal goals and develop natural relationships as they emerge into their right...Continue reading

We’re launching a new look- a new logo, new colors, new business cards, new website and a new way to talk about ourselves. After a multi-month engagement with the executive team and our board of directors, we’re all really excited about our new brand. Our mission and work is still the same. But we’re hopeful that this look gets people even more excited about improving the lives of people with intellectual disabilities who are challenged to find services to meet their needs.

Direct Support Professional - Day Program (Mon - Fri) MUST BE AVAILABLE BETWEEN 7:30am - 4:30pm Job Summary:... The Direct Support Professional (DSP) supports every aspect of the lives of people with intellectual disabilities to help them achieve the best possible essential safeguards, quality of life, personal growth, and natural relationships as they emerge into their rightful place within the community. The DSP reports to a designated Day Program Team Leader or Day Program Support Services Coordinator. These positions are for our day program which operates between 7:30 am - 4:30 pm (Monday - Friday). Position Requirements: Must be 18 years of age or older. Resume. Experience applying physical supports is a must. Valid driver license and acceptable driver abstract A reliable vehicle is a MUST. *Criminal Record Search Certificate with Vulnerable Sector screening. *Child Abuse Registry, and Adult Abuse Registry checks. 2 applicable employment references and 1 character reference. *Checks can be no older than 3 months. Position Benefits: Hourly paid Health benefits available after three months of full-time employment Registered Pension Plan contribution available after one-year of full-time employment Retention bonus (starts after two years) Performance bonus Position Salary Range: $13.75- $15.00 /hr Want to learn more about us? Check out our website at www.fairfaxcommunity.ca If you are interested in applying for this position, please upload your cover letter and resume on this site, or send it directly to: ATTN: Fairfax HR Subject: Day Program - DSP Positions Email: Please visit our career page at http://www.fairfaxcommunity.ca/careers.html We would like to thank all interested candidates, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Job Type: Full-time Salary: $13.75 to $15.00 /hour Licence: Reliable Vehicle (Preferred) class 5F (Required) Language: English (Required)

WE'RE EXPANDING! The Fairfax Community Team is gearing up for several expansion projects in the next 6 months, which means WE'RE HIRING! We are currently looking to fill the following positions:...Continue reading

Wishing everyone happy holidays and a wonderful New Year. Best wishes from the Fairfax Inc. team!

We are very proud to introduce our new Direct Support Professional application stream. If you're a new Canadian looking for a career in the Human Services field but need additional English language development, our new program is perfect for you. Fairfax Inc.'s English Development Program for new Canadian, Direct Support Professionals follows an enhanced academic outline that focuses on developing a potential employee’s pronunciation, writing and grammar skills, as well as ...non-verbal communication skills, through the VAK learning style. As an enhanced program, the outline presents participants with modern day examples that will not only develop the participant's English comprehension skills, but their understanding of Canadian culture and Canadian workplace dynamics. This will help potential employees of Fairfax Community Resources Inc. navigate through everyday life in a Canadian city. The English Development Program is designed to be six weeks in duration, with potential employees attending two - four hour evening classes per week. This program is completely voluntary, but will increase a participant's English comprehension skills and provide invaluable industry experience. If you are interested in a position with us, but would like to participate in the program first, please send us your cover letter and resume. ATTN: Fairfax HR Subject: NC - DSP positions Email: [email protected] We would like to thank all interested candidates, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

WE'RE HIRING!! NO EXPERIENCE REQUIRED.

Congratulations to our Psychologist, Dr. Hardy who made an appearance in the Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Certified Instructors newsletter!

On behalf of all the individuals we serve and the entire Fairfax support team, we would like to thank all of our sponsors and supporters for making our 2nd Annual Golf Classic a SUCCESS! This event would not have been successful without your attendance. Thank you to all the donors and participants of the tournament for their generosity. We also thank the many volunteers who worked so diligently to make the day such a success. Special thanks to all of the organizers, staff an...d volunteers who worked countless hours to make September 15, 2017 a spectacular day at the Kingswood Golf and Country Club. Your generous donations, ticket, raffle and silent auction sales were a tremendous beginning to our campaign and we will continue to raise much needed funds throughout 2017. HUGE THANK YOU TO EVERYONE, CANT WAIT TO SEE YOU AT NEXT YEARS GOLF TOURNAMENT!

HUGE thank you to Murray's ICS Courier for donating to our 2nd Annual Golf Tournament! Thank you to the team at Murray's ICS Courier for your support.

HUGE thank you to Red River Mutual for donating to our 2nd Annual Golf Tournament! Thank you to the team at Red River Mutual for your support.

HUGE thank you to the Museum for Human Rights for donating to our 2nd Annual Golf Tournament! Thank you to the team at Museum for Human Rights for your support.

UPDATE!! We've got a lot of people asking for a reduced rate if they do not stay for dinner. So, we've worked out all the numbers and here is your Golf and Prize only prices. $90.00 per individual golfer or $320.00 per team! This gets you the green fee, golf cart, breakfast sandwich, swag bag and opportunity to support our event by purchasing silent auction tickets, 50/50 tickets and still be eligible to win all the other great prizes we have. Call Vanessa at 204 - 930 - 406...7 or email at [email protected] to register today! We take VISA, MASTERCARD, CHEQUE or CASH. GOLFERS WANTED! OVER $15,000.00 IN PRIZES TO BE WON & COUNTING! We have received such a humbling amount of support from our sponsors for our 2nd Annual Golf Classic, but what we would love to see more of are GOLFERS! REGISTER YOUR TEAM FOR ONLY $600.00 OR $150.00 per Golfer. GOLF & PRIZE ONLY PRICE: $90.00 / golfer or $320.00 per team! What do we have to offer at the milestone event? Well, I'm glad you asked. Here is the break down: 1. Prime Rib dinner 2. Awards reception 3. Prize draws 4. Door prizes 5. A thank you swag bag for every attendee 6. $1,000.00 Travel Voucher Putting Challenge 7. $5,000.00 Hole in One challenge 8. 50/50 draw 9. Breakfast sandwich 10. 50 inch flat screen TV 11. Over $1,000.00 in free night stays at Holiday Inn and the Viscount Gort 12. Over $500.00 in local restaurant gift certificates and much, much more! Please call or email Vanessa for team registration and sponsorship information. Vanessa Smith [email protected] EVENT: Fairfax Inc. 2nd Annual Golf Tournament DATE: Friday, September 15, 2017 LOCATION: KIngswood Golf and Country Club

If you're interested in attending our 2nd Annual Golf Tournament and/or becoming a sponsor, please give Vanessa Smith a call at 204-930-4067 or email her at [email protected]

HUGE thank you to Paintball Paradise for donating to our 2nd Annual Golf Tournament! Thank you to the team at Paintball Paradise for your support.

HUGE thank you to Ce Soir Lingerie for donating to our 2nd Annual Golf Tournament! Thank you to the team at Ce Soir Lingerie for your support.

HUGE thank you to Valu Lots for donating to our 2nd Annual Golf Tournament! Thank you to the team at Valu Lots for your support.

HUGE thank you to The Viscount Gort Hotel for donating to our 2nd Annual Golf Tournament! Thank you to the team at The Viscount Gort Hotel for your support.

HUGE thank you to OK Tire for donating to our 2nd Annual Golf Tournament! Thank you to the team at OK Tire for your support.