Behavioral Support Worker -CPI Certified

Home Care Assistance of Barrie, Ontario; Barrie; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local healthcare provider is seeking a Behavioral PSW in Barrie to assist clients with developmental and behavioral challenges. The role involves working within a team to ensure a supportive environment, providing assistance with daily activities, and requires certification in Crisis Prevention Intervention. Flexibility for various shifts, including nights and weekends, is essential. Competitive pay starts at $21/hour with benefits available.

Benefits

Competitive pay starting at $21/hour

Benefits Plan available after working 30+ hours per week

4% Vacation Pay

Flexible hours and schedule

Minimum 4-hour shift

Qualifications

• Certificate/Diploma/Degree in Social Services (DSW, PSW, CYW, Autism and Behavioral Sciences, etc.) preferred.
• Knowledge in supporting individuals with challenging behaviors and complex needs required.
• Current certification in First Aid/CPR necessary.

Responsibilities

• Work with a multidisciplinary team to provide safe living environment.
• Assist clients with daily living activities and behavior interventions.
• Be available for various shifts including nights and weekends.

Skills

Crisis Prevention Intervention training

Supporting individuals with developmental disabilities

Flexibility in providing support

Proficient in Microsoft Office

First Aid/CPR certification

Valid Ontario Driver's License

Education

Certificate/Diploma/Degree in Social Services

Job description

Are you looking for a career helping others? Looking for a company that values passion and rewards its employees with great benefits? Your search is over – a Behavioral PSW with Home Care Assistance is the job for you!

We are seeking 3 Behavioral PSWs for a client in the Barrie area. There are 3 vacant opportunities available.

Job Benefits

• Competitive pay starting at $21/hour
• Benefits Plan available after working 30+ hours per week*
• 4% Vacation Pay on every pay
• Flexible hours and schedule
• 4 hour shift minimum

The successful candidate’s areas of responsibility will include, but are not limited to, the following:

• The selected candidate will work in conjunction with a multidisciplinary team to ensure a welcoming, safe, and healthy living environment for clients with challenging aggressive behaviors. The candidate will be required to assist clients with developmental programming, community outings, activities of daily living (ADLs), behavior interventions, and more.
• Must be available for a variety of shifts: nights, evenings, afternoons, and days and two out of three weekends

Key qualifications for this position will include, but are not limited to:

• Certificate/Diploma/Degree in Social Services (DSW, PSW, CYW, Autism and Behavioral Sciences, etc.). Related experience is preferred. Will consider equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge and experience in supporting individuals with Developmental Disabilities, Physical Disabilities, Dual Diagnosis, Autism, Challenging and Aggressive Behaviors and Complex Medical Needs considered an asset
• MUST have any of the following Crisis Prevention Intervention training: CPI, blue card CURRENT 2025.
• Experience and flexibility in providing support to individuals with severe emotional and behavioral difficulties; ability to perform all techniques taught in Crisis Prevention Intervention Training
• Experience with facilitating and supporting Person Centered Planning
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office programs, electronic record keeping and data collection systems
• Must be comfortable supporting individuals at indoor/outdoor in the community
• Current certification in First Aid/CPR
• Must have a valid Ontario Driver’s License (G2 minimum) and willingness to drive any vehicles (including highway driving/driving out of town)
• Able to successfully complete and provide a current Police Vulnerable Sector Check within the last 6 months
• Previous experience working with individuals with highly aggressive behaviors, dual-diagnosis, intellectual disabilities, developmental disabilities and/or medical needs is required***

Please submit the appropriate documents for review.

Questions? Please contact Jennifer at 705-503-2273 ex.3 or [e-mail]

Home Care Assistance welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

We thank all applicants for their interest in Home Care Assistance. Please note, we ask for 5-7 business days to review applications and only successful candidates will be contacted to move forward.