Behavioural Support Worker

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

Job summary

A home care service provider in Collingwood is looking for a Behavioural PSW to assist clients with disabilities, providing support in daily activities and behaviour interventions. The ideal candidate must have a relevant qualification, training in Crisis Prevention, and a flexible schedule to work up to 24 hours per week. Benefits include competitive pay starting at $22/hr and opportunities for growth within the organization.

Benefits

Competitive pay starting at $22/hr

Benefits Plan after 30+ hours

4% Vacation Pay

Qualifications

• Preferred experience in supporting individuals with autism and aggressive behaviours.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule including weekends and various shifts.
• Current certification in First Aid and CPR required.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with daily living activities and behaviour interventions.
• Work with a multidisciplinary team to ensure client safety and well-being.
• Facilitate community outings and support developmental programming.

Skills

Crisis Prevention Intervention training

Support for individuals with developmental disabilities

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

First Aid/CPR certification

Driving license (G2 minimum)

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 Behavioural PSW with Home Care Assistance is the job for you!

We are seeking 3 Behavioural PSWs for a client in the Nottawa/Collingwood area. There are 3 vacant opportunities available.

Job Benefits:

• Competitive pay starting at $22/hr
• Benefits Plan availableafter 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 behaviours. The candidate will be required to assist clients with: developmental programming, community outings, activities of daily living (ADLs), behaviour interventions, and more.
• Able to commit to working up to three shifts per week/up to 24 hours per week (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 Behavioural 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 Behaviours and Complex Medical Needs considered an asset
• MUST have any of the following Crisis Prevention Intervention training:Safe Management, CPI, TCI, or UMAB
• Experience and flexibility in providing support to individuals with severe emotional and behavioural difficulties; ability to perform all techniques taught in Crisis Prevention Intervention Training (Safe Management, CPI, TCI, UMAB)
• 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 anyvehicles (including highway driving/driving out of town)
• Able to successfully complete and provide a current Police Vulnerable Sector Check withinthe last 6 months
• Previous experience working with individuals with highly aggressive behaviours, 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 Assistancewelcomes 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.