E25-197 Support Worker 1 ONA – Supported Living – West

Community Living Toronto; Toronto; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading support organization in Toronto is seeking a Support Worker 1 ONA to contribute to program delivery and support individuals with intellectual disabilities. The ideal candidate will have a high-school diploma, some relevant experience, and be able to provide personal and emotional care to enhance community living. This role involves collaboration with family members and personal care responsibilities.

Qualifications

• 6 months of related work experience is required.
• Successful completion of internal legislated mandated training is required.
• Valid driver’s licence is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Carry out regularly assigned duties related to the provision of services.
• Support assessment of needs and implementation of life plans.
• Provide personal and physical care including medication administration.
• Liaise with friends and family as required.
• Support life-skills training and provide emotional support.

Skills

Knowledge of health-care procedures

Support life-skills training

Emotional support skills

Education

High-school diploma

Post-secondary education in Social Services or Developmental Services

Job description

Position

Support Worker 1 ONA

Region

[Supported Living - West]

Hours

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 a vision of promoting a welcoming community. As a leader in the field, CL Toronto offers supports to over 6,000 individuals with intellectual disability, as well as to their families, including residential and day support, assistance with employment, community support, early childhood services, and respite.

Job Summary

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

Responsibilities

• Carry out regularly assigned or prescribed duties related to the provision of services and supports.
• Support assessment of day‑to‑day needs of individuals and the implementation of life plans, monitoring achievement of personal outcomes.
• Provide appropriate personal and physical care, including medication administration and crisis response.
• liaise with friends and family as required to address needs and share information on behalf of individuals supported.
• Support life‑skills training and provide emotional support to individuals on a one‑on‑one or group basis.

Qualifications

• High‑school diploma, 6 months of related work experience and knowledge of health‑care procedures and mechanical equipment (wheelchairs, lifts, G‑tubes and other specialised equipment) is required.
• Post‑secondary education focused on Social Services or Developmental Services may be considered as equivalent if no related working experience is required.
• Successful completion of internal legislated mandated training is required.
• Valid driver’s licence is an asset.

Contact

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