Direct Support Professional: Regular Full-time

Are you looking to live your purpose and be an advocate for inclusion?

This is your opportunity to be your best with LCDS!

LCDS has been providing support to people with varying abilities for over 65 years! Our vision is Inclusive Communities ~ Innovative Leaders, and our mission is to Empower People with Developmental Disabilities. We honour the dignity and uniqueness of each person through our core values of Care, Connection and Excellence.

What We Are Hiring For

We are currently hiring a Regular Full-time Direct Support Professional for our John Street location in Watford, Ontario. Direct Support Professionals make a difference in peoples' lives by:

• Providing support to people with developmental disabilities in their homes and the community
• Teaching and assisting with daily supports (ex. assistance with meal preparation, personal hygiene, medication administration, appointments, housekeeping responsibilities and money management)
• Facilitating opportunities for individual skill development, independence, personal growth, cultivating relationships in their community and leisure activities as directed by the person
  
  

We provide supports in: Alvinston, Brigden, Corunna, Forest, Petrolia, Sarnia, Oil City, Oil Springs, Watford and Wyoming.

What You Will Need

• Valid "G or G2" class license and reliable vehicle
• Be willing to provide a clear Vulnerable Sector Police Check
• Be legally entitled to work in Canada
• Current certification in First Aid/CPR required
• Current certification in NVCPI or willing to obtain
• Experience working with people with developmental disabilities is an asset
• Be comfortable with providing personal care and attending to medical needs of individuals
  
  

Compensation And Scheduling

• $23.33 - 24.02 per hour based on experience
• Regular Full-time - 40 hours per week including days, afternoons, weekends or nights
  
  

What We Offer

• Health & Dental Benefits
• Vacation and Health & Wellness Time
• Short and Long-term Disability Coverage
• Life Insurance
• Group Pension Plan with Employer Contribution Matching
• Employee Assistance Program
• Corporate Retail, Mobility and Entertainment Discounts
• Training and Development Opportunities
  
  

About LCDS

Lambton County Developmental Services started back in 1955 when a group of parents whose children with developmental disabilities came together while dreaming of a life without limitation for their loved ones. We focus on ability, respecting that each person's life and path are unique; one person at a time!

Visit our website at www.lcdspetrolia.ca

Learn more about core competencies for this position and behaviour-based interviewing: https://www.dscorecomp.com/behavior-based-interviews/

LCDS is an equal opportunity employer and we value the importance of diversity, dignity and worth of every individual in the workplace. We are committed to fostering a culture of inclusiveness in our organization and in our recruitment process. If you are contacted by LCDS regarding a job opportunity, please advise if you require accommodation and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs.

Inclusive Communities ~ Innovative Leaders

Empowering People with Developmental Disabilities

Salary: $23.33 - $24.02 per hour