E25-162 Support Worker 1 – Supported Living – East

Community Living Toronto; Toronto; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading support services agency in Toronto is seeking a Support Worker to enhance community living for individuals with intellectual disabilities. This role involves delivering supports according to life plans, providing personal and physical care, and supporting emotional well-being. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, relevant experience, and a compassionate approach to care. Accommodations for disabilities are available upon request.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 6 months of related work experience preferred.
• Valid driver's license is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Deliver supports consistent with life plans.
• Provide personal and physical care including medication administration.
• Support life skills training and emotional support.

Skills

Knowledge of health-care procedures

Mechanical equipment handling

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma

Post-secondary education in Social Services

Job description

Overview

Community Living Toronto, one of the largest agencies of its kind in North America, is a dynamic innovative organization committed to a vision of 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.

Posting details: Please quote the job posting number in the subject line. Accommodations for disabilities will be provided on 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 sufficient cause for dismissal. We thank everyone for their interest; however only applicants with the necessary qualifications, experience and education will be contacted for an interview. Click APPLY and attach an up-to-date cover letter and resume.

Position

Position: Support Worker 1

Region: [Supported Living East]

Hours of Work: 37.5 hours per week

Qualifications

• A high-school diploma, 6 months of related work experience and knowledge of health-care procedures and mechanical equipment – wheelchairs, lifts, G-tubes and other specialized equipment is required. Post-secondary education with focus on Social Services or Developmental Services may be considered as an equivalent with no related working experience required. Successful completion of internal legislated and mandated training is required. Valid driver’s licence is an asset.

Job Summary

• Contributes to the delivery of supports and programs consistent with life plans to meet the needs of individuals in order to enhance their capacity to function in all aspects of community living.

Responsibilities

• Under the direction of a program supervisor, this position is responsible for
• Carrying out regularly assigned or prescribed duties related to the provision of services and supports
• Supporting assessment of day-to-day needs of individuals supported and in the implementation of life plans and monitoring achievement of personal outcomes
• Providing appropriate personal and physical care including medication administration and crisis response
• Liaising with friends and family as required to address needs and sharing information on behalf of individuals supported
• Supporting life skills training and providing emotional support to individuals on a one-on-one or group basis

Contact: [e-mail]