Community Support Worker

Camphill Communities Ontario; Barrie; On-site; CAD 48,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation pay

Employee Family Assistance Plan

Job summary

Camphill Communities Ontario is seeking a Community Support Worker for our Barrie location to provide independent and team-based support to individuals with developmental disabilities. The role involves implementing day program activities across woodshop, garden, studio, pottery, and community outings.

Shifts run 8:30am to 4:30pm with occasional evenings/weekends; requires CPR, NVCI, First Aid certification and a valid G driver’s license.

Qualifications

• DSW College Diploma or equivalent in social sciences; minimum two-year college program.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in Day Programs or Community setting with developmentally disabled individuals.
• Current CPR, NVCI, First Aid, and Medication Administration certifications.

Responsibilities

• Plan and carry out activities to encourage growth and development and independence.
• Participate in person-centered planning and assist in implementing plans.
• Support individuals with informed choices and goal attainment.
• Maintain program records and documentation; ensure safety and well-being.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Planning skills

Reliability

Teamwork

Adaptability

Conflict resolution

Digital literacy

Education

DSW College Diploma

PSW diploma

Social Therapy diploma

Tools

MS Office

AIMS

Microsoft Teams

Zoom

Job description

Community Support Worker

Internal/External #2026-21

One (1) Casual Position Available

Barrie, Ontario

Camphill Communities Ontario currently has a Causal Day Program Support Worker opportunity available at our Barrie location. We are seeking individuals who will enjoy and successfully work independently and together in a supportive team environment supporting individuals with developmental disabilities who reside in a wide range of living situations.

SUMMARY

The CSW will provide support, teach, and coach individuals to develop skills to lead a normal and fulfilling life. The CSW is responsible for the provision and coordination of community services which include but are not limited to day program activities such as woodshop, land, garden, studio, pottery, and food-based programs, as well as community activities and helping secure volunteer/employment opportunities. The CSW will work closely with both the Community Services and Supported Living teams to observe, plan and implement activities that will facilitate the learning and development in daily living, social and life skills of the Individuals.

Current shifts are 8:30am to 4:30pm; the occasional evening/weekend with notice given

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILTIES:

• In collaboration with Community Services and Supported Living teams, plan and carry out activities to encourage growth and development, so that Individuals can fulfil their potential for independence.
• Participate in Individuals’ Person Centered Planning and assist in the implementation of their plans by respectfully supporting them.
• Be able to utilize a personal outcome philosophy-based approach to support Individuals in making informed choices that lead to the successful attainment of their goals and aspirations.
• Provide support, guidance and directive to Individuals in Community Services to ensure their safety and learning.
• Provide Individuals with the opportunity to learn and practice new skills.
• Responsible for good care and maintenance of facilities, workspaces, gardens, land and equipment.
• Engage in ongoing efforts to develop new markets for the studio, workshops, pottery, woodshop and garden products where applicable.
• Ensure that the CCO Health and Safety Policies and Procedures are effectively implemented in the work areas.
• Complete documentation for any incidences or serious occurrences that occur at Community Services as per CCO and MCSS Policies and Procedures.
• Participate in team meetings, relevant community meetings and CCO business meetings as required.
• Demonstrate a caring, supportive approach that maintains the dignity and integrity of people receiving services.
• Knowledge of available and relevant community resources.
• Able to inform individuals about options, and provide opportunities and experiences, supports the exercise of choice and educates about risks and benefits.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Personal Outcome Measures in supporting individuals to develop a plan and achieve their goals.
• Demonstrate and understand the importance of empowering people to support themselves to be healthy, happy and safe.
• Knowledgeable about mental health and best practices in supporting people with those concerns.
• Perceptiveness and ability to resolve conflict in a diplomatic and reasonable manner.
• Demonstrate initiative, be resourceful and creative.
• Work independently and collaboratively within the team and with the organization.
• Promote practices that are inclusive, respectful and sensitive to diverse communities, including age, culture, and language.
• Monitor and promote practices that support people’s health and safety.
• Design, implement and monitor the progress of activity and recreational programs consistent with peoples individual Support Plans that will enhance the physical, mental and psychosocial well-being of people.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Planning skills, flexibility, dependability and reliability.
• To advocate for and respects confidentiality at all times.
• To apply appropriate responses to unpredictable behaviour.
• To maintain all required program records and documentation.
• A willingness to learn with and from people with disabilities.
• Be open to continuous learning as required.
• Support other relevant duties that may be developed or assigned by the supervisor.
• A demonstrated maturity and desire to work with adults with developmental disabilities within the Camphill Philosophy.
• General knowledge and experience with electronic databases, MS Office, AIMS, Microsoft Teams, Zoom considered an asset.

EDUCATION AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS

• DSW College Diploma or an equivalent diploma or degree in social sciences. Minimum two-year college program; and/or Curative Education, PSW and Social Therapy diploma or equivalent Camphill seminar and experience.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a Day Programs or Community setting working with developmentally disabled individuals.
• Must be successfully trained in and possess current certifications in CPR, NVCI, First Aid, and Medication Administration.

• Hold a Valid Ontario G Driver’s License with clean driver’s abstract and have access to a reliable vehicle with sufficient insurance.
• Able to provide a current (within 6 months’) satisfactory Criminal Background Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening.

Hourly Rate Range: $22.92-$24.57 per hour, plus 6% Vacation pay, Employee Family Assistance Plan, Plus more.

Date of Posting: August 11, 2026.

Camphill Communities Ontario is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome resumes from all qualified candidates. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.