Direct Support Professional

Cedar Heights Residential Living; Clearview; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading residential care organization in Ontario is seeking Direct Support Professionals to work with individuals of various ages with complex care needs. The role involves assisting with daily living activities, implementing therapeutic programs, and providing supervision in a supportive environment. Candidates must have a relevant post-secondary education and be available for various shifts including evenings and weekends. Training and development opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Paid Training and Certifications

Ongoing Learning and Career Development Opportunities

Flexible Hours/Schedule

Qualifications

• Possess a post-secondary degree or diploma in a related field (completed or in progress) such as Psychology or Social Work.
• Obtain a Criminal Reference Check with Vulnerable Sector (current within 6 months).
• Possess a valid G Driver's License and access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with Life Skills Training and personal development.
• Create and implement therapeutic programming.
• Provide hygiene support and daily living assistance.

Skills

Experience with children and/or youth with disabilities

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Computer skills

Ability to set priorities to manage time

Education

Post-secondary degree or diploma in related fields

Job description

Cedar Heights

Direct Support Professional

Cedar Heights is looking for caring, enthusiastic, energetic, and professional individuals to work with children, adolescents and adults within our homes located in Mono, Orangeville, Tottenham, Stouffville, Markham, Richmond Hill and Stayner. Cedar Heights offers a dynamic workplace in a rapidly growing organization.

Cedar Heights specializes in working with complex care clients diagnosed with neuro diversions such as Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Direct Support Professionals provide individuals with high levels of support and supervision in all areas of daily living including education, behaviour supports, community involvement and recreation.

The position requires that the candidate be available to work various shifts including mornings, evenings, and weekends and statutory holidays.

On-site/Off-site training is provided. Also made available to all employees are opportunities to participate in various workshops to further develop skills and knowledge on how to better support our clients.

Pay

• $23.00- $26.00 per hour (inclusive of the government wage enhancement) to start.

Languages

• Verbal and Written Communication in English is required.
• Proficiency in other languages considered an asset.

Job Type

• Permanent.
• Part- Time Hours.
• Full- Time Hours.
• Overtime Available (as required).

Shifts And Schedule

• Day Shifts.
• Evening Shifts.
• Weekend Shifts.
• Overnight Shifts.
• 8 Hour Shifts.
• 10 Hour Shifts.
• 12 Hour Shifts.

Work Location

• In Person at one of our locations.
• Currently hiring for the following locations in Ontario: Stayner, Mono, Orangeville, Tottenham, Stouffville, Richmond Hill.

Positions Available

• Part-Time and Full -Time Hours Available for Day, Evening and Weekend shifts.
• Part-Time (Awake) overnight.

Benefits

• Employee and Family Assistance Program.
• Extended Health Care. (Part- Time and Full- Time Plans)
• Option for Life Insurance, Critical Injury Insurance.
• Dental Care.
• Vision Care.
• Paid Time Off for Full Time Employees.
• Paid Training and Certifications.
• Permanent Work.
• Ongoing Learning and Career Development Opportunities.
• Friendly, Inclusive and Supportive Learning Environment.
• Flexible Hours/Schedule depending on needs of the organization.

Required Education

• Post-secondary degree or diploma in a related field (completed or in progress) Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, Child and Youth Worker/ Child and Youth Care, Disability Support Worker or other related fields.

Conditions Of Employment

• Possess a post-secondary degree or diploma in a related field (completed or in progress) Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, Child and Youth Worker/ Child and Youth Care, Disability Support Worker or other related fields.
• Obtain a Criminal Reference Check with Vulnerable Sector (current within 6 months).
• Complete an Employee Medical Test with Hep B, and 2-part TB test.
• Provide proof of Immunization record.
• Consent to CAS SAFE records check.
• Possess $1,000,000 Liability Automobile Insurance.
• Possess Valid G Driver's License.
• Have access to a vehicle at work.
• Experience is encouraged but not required if related education is complete.
• Possess First Aid/ CPR- Level C.

Skills/ Knowledge/ Experience Required

• DSW, CYW, SSW, with experience in the field.
• Experience working with children and/ or youth with disabilities.
• Experience with individualized plans.
• Experience with Life/social skills programming.
• Experience with implementing behavioural interventions and programming.
• Experience in Trauma Informed Care.
• Experience managing and responding to crisis situations.
• Experience in medication administration.
• Cooking and cleaning skills.
• Ability to organize, plan, and prioritize work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to set priorities to manage time within deadlines.
• Ability to follow direction and work as a member of a team.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Computer skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Duties And Responsibilities

The Direct Support Professional provides on-site, client-centered programming. Staff are responsible for assisting the residents in the participation of Life Skills Training, Personal and Self-Help Training, Arts & Crafts, Recreation and Leisure, as well as Educational Programs in various subject areas. Community integration is also a focus of the program.

Direct Support Professionals are responsible for creating and implementing therapeutic programming with an emphasis on life skills and personal development as well as client advocacy within and outside the agency. Direct Support Professionals need to be familiar and adhere to the organization's core values and mission statement and must participate in the agency's training and workshops. The Overnight (awake) Direct Support Professional provides hygiene support and daily living support for all residents. The position entails cleaning, food preparation, room safety checks, and some clerical duties (ie; filing).

This job posting is not inclusive of all duties and tasks that may be asked of the employee. The Duties and Responsibilities of the Direct Support Professional may be changed from time to time and the Direct Support Professional may be required to perform other duties as assigned by the Direct Support Supervisor, Program Supervisors, Program Manager and/or the Directors. The employee may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the agency.

Please include your resume as well as a cover letter outlining your accomplishments and indicating why you would be suitable for this position. Must have experience. We thank all candidates applying. However, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Please check your email inbox regularly (spam and junk too) for interview invitations.