70-25E FTT Support Worker DS Whites

Pathways to Independence; Belleville; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A community support organization is seeking a Full-Time Temporary Support Worker in Belleville, Ontario, to provide assisted living support for adults with developmental disabilities. The role involves implementing support strategies to promote clients' rights, choices, and independence. Successful candidates must have relevant educational qualifications, First Aid certification, and a valid driver's license. This job includes diverse shifts, including nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• Must possess a certificate in Human or Health Services.
• Continuing education in developmental disabilities is an asset.
• Experience in community-based or independent living is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support adults with homemaking, personal care, and skills development.
• Implement strategies under the direction of the Manager.
• Maintain accurate client information and documentation.

Skills

Person-centered philosophy

Working with adults with developmental disabilities

Effective service provision

Client information documentation

Positive team environment participation

Education

Secondary School graduation

One-year post-secondary certificate in Human or Health Services

Current First Aid and CPR

Valid G class driver’s license

Job description

Pathways Posting : 70-25E Job Title : FTT Support Worker DS (up to 12 months)

Location : Whites Search Area : Open

Wage Rate : $23.08 – 24.46 per hour (note : the above hourly rate includes negotiated rate and permanent compensation enhancement).

#Required : One (1)

Schedule : B - Days

Come join us and help to support people in living their best lives.

Pathways to Independence requires one (1) Full Time Temporary Support Worker to provide assisted living support for adults with a developmental disability.

Under the direction of the Client Services Manager, the Support Worker supports adults with homemaking, personal care, community, and personal development skills in accordance with the person’s Quality of Life Plan (QLP). The Support Worker will implement established strategies under the general direction of the Manager and Counsellor. The Support Worker ensures that the person’s services and supports promote their rights, choices, self-determination, independence and builds personal and community living skills.

The successful candidate must have the following skills / qualifications :

• Secondary School graduation and minimum one-year post-secondary certificate in Human or Health Services; (Proof of education is a condition of employment).
• Continuing education in developmental disabilities an asset.
• Current First Aid and CPR.
• Valid G class driver’s license.

Ideal candidates will also have experience and abilities aligned with the key responsibilities, which includes :

• Demonstrate a person-centered philosophy and commitment to agency vision, mission, and guiding principles.
• Experience working with adults with a developmental disability in a community based, group living or independent living environment.
• Provide effective services and supports to supported persons.
• Manage and maintain accurate client information and documentation.
• Participate in and ensure a positive team environment.
• Regular attendance is a requirement of this position.

The successful candidate must be able to perform the job duties as outlined in the job description. All employees at Pathways will be responsible for a commitment to safety. Shifts are typically 12 hours long and include days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. May work with clients who have aggressive behavior.

Interested applicants are required to submit a cover letter and resume, highlighting any training, education, qualifications, and experiences relevant to this position.

Please note that candidates will only be selected for interviews based on an evaluation of the information provided in their cover letter and resume only.

We thank all applicants, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. In accordance with the Freedom of Information and Privacy Act, personal information is collected and will only be used for the purpose of candidate selection. Pathways is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free selection process. If contacted regarding this competition, please advise Human Resources of accommodation measures you may require during our selection process. Information received relating to accommodation needs of applicants will be addressed confidentially.