Community Support Specialist

Absolute Care Solutions; Embrun; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rates

Job summary

Absolute Care Solutions seeks a Behaviour Residential Support Worker to assist youth in Ottawa-area group homes, focusing on comfort, well-being and safety for youths and families. The role requires dedication, reliability and a genuine desire to help the community.

The position involves 10-12 hour shifts with day and evening availability. A related diploma and crisis intervention certification are preferred, and a valid driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in a related discipline such as PSW/DSW or Social Service Worker.
• Minimum 3–6 months experience with aggressive behaviours.
• Experience with individuals with autism, mental health, behavioural, and complex needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality 24/7 group home support focused on individual behaviour needs.
• Support and manage aggressive behaviours following prescribed programming.

Skills

Ability to support and manage Challeng

Therapeutic rapport building

Life skills design and implementation

Independent and team work

MS Office or basic computer skills

Education

University degree or College diploma in Personal Support Worker / DSW / Social Service Worker

Job description

We are looking for Behaviour Community Support Specialist

Join our Team and make a difference in our community with a reputable group home agency seeking reliable and compassionate Behaviour Residential Support Workers, in Ottawa and Russell Prescott area for Youth and Families.

Job Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and professional Behaviour Residential Support Workers, to support daily support to youth within group home settings. In this role , we rely on your commitment to ensure, comfort, well-being and support of youth and their families. The ideal candidate is committed to helping another person in their community.

Why Join Us:

• Group Homes Ottawa area
• 10-12 hour shifts
• Day and evening availability needed!
• Competitive hourly rates!

Responsibilities

• Committed to providing support in a quality 24/7 group home, focused on the individual behaviour needs.
• You have a Developmental Service, or Community Support Service or Social Services diploma with experience working with aggressive behavioural clients.

This role offers the opportunity to work with children and young people, particularly those suffering with symptoms related to ADD/ADHD, anxiety disorders, eating disorders, mental health issues, disruptive behaviours, family dynamics and educational struggles.

Experience

• Ability to support and manage challenging behaviours.
• Ability to build therapeutic rapport and follow prescribed programming.
• Experience in design and implementation of life skills,
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Proficiency in basic computer applications such as MS Office or similar programmes

Job Qualifications

• University degree or College diploma in a related discipline such as Personal Support Worker, Developmental Service Worker or Social Service Worker Program
• Minimum of 3- 6 months experience working with aggressive behaviours
• Experience with individuals with autism, mental health, behavioural, and complex needs

Additional Requirements:

• Certification in a recognized Crisis Intervention- NVCI
• G class driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle is REQUIRED
• Cleared Vulnerable Sector Police Check (within 6 months)
• CPR and First Aid certification (current)
• Must be fully COVID-19 vaccinated.
• Immunisation Records
• Language: English and french is considered an asset!
• Location: Ottawa and surrounding area

PLEASE NOTE WILL WILL VALIDATE ALL CREDENTIALS

We appreciate your interest, however, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.