E25-145 Support Worker 2 – Supported Living – East

Community Living Toronto; Toronto; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading support service organization in Toronto seeks a Support Worker 2 to enhance community living for individuals with intellectual disabilities. The role involves identifying needs, providing personal care, and implementing life plans. Applicants must have post-secondary education in Social Services or Developmental Services and knowledge of healthcare procedures. The organization values diversity and provides accommodations for applicants. Competitive hours and an inclusive work culture are offered.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education with a focus on Social Services or Developmental Services is required.
• Knowledge of health-care procedures and mechanical equipment is required.
• Valid driver's license is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Identify program needs and develop life plans.
• Provide personal and physical care to individuals.
• Maintain documentation and ensure an appropriate standard of living.

Skills

Knowledge of health-care procedures

Mechanical equipment (wheelchairs, lifts)

Communication skills

Education

Post-secondary education in Social Services or Developmental Services

1 year of related work experience if in unrelated field

Job description

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When required, accommodations for disabilities will be provided upon request. By submitting your application, you confirm that the information included is accurate and true. Misrepresentation or omission of facts in connection with your application may be grounds for dismissal.

We thank everyone for their interest in Community Living Toronto; however, only applicants with the necessary qualifications, experience, and education will be contacted for an interview.

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POSITION: Support Worker 2

REGION: Supported Living - East

HOURS OF WORK: 37.5 hours per week

Community Living Toronto, one of the largest agencies of its kind in North America, is a dynamic, innovative organization committed to promoting a welcoming community. As a leader in the field, Community Living Toronto offers supports to over 6,000 individuals with an intellectual disability, as well as support to their families, including residential and day support, assistance with employment, community support, early childhood services, and respite.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Post-secondary education with a focus on Social Services or Developmental Services is required. Knowledge of health-care procedures and mechanical equipment (wheelchairs, lifts, G-tubes, and other specialized equipment) is required. Post-secondary education in a non-related field will require an additional minimum of 1 year of related work experience. Successful completion of internal legislated and mandated training is required. Valid driver’s license is an asset.

JOB SUMMARY:

Identifies the needs of individuals supported and delivers supports and programs consistent with life plans to enhance their capacity to function in all aspects of community living.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Under the direction of a program supervisor, responsible for identifying program needs, participating in the development and implementation of life plans, and assisting in monitoring achievement of personal outcomes.
• Providing case management to individuals on caseload, including personal and physical care, medication administration, crisis response, advocacy, and liaising with family, medical, and other professionals and service providers.
• Devising and providing life skills training and emotional support on a one-on-one or group basis, referring to professionals when necessary.
• Maintaining documentation, monitoring finances, ensuring an appropriate standard of living, and assisting with locating housing for individuals supported.
• Providing direction to part-time staff as required.

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