E25-214 Support Worker 1 ONA – Supported Living – West

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

Job summary

A community service organization in Toronto seeks a Support Worker to enhance the capacity of individuals with intellectual disabilities. Responsibilities include providing personal care, supporting life skills training, and monitoring day-to-day needs. Candidates should have a high-school diploma with relevant experience and knowledge of healthcare procedures. A valid driver's license is considered an asset.

Qualifications

• High-school diploma and 6 months of related work experience required.
• Knowledge of mechanical equipment like wheelchairs and lifts is necessary.
• Completion of internal legislated mandated training is a must.

Responsibilities

• Carry out duties related to the provision of services.
• Monitor personal outcomes and support life plans.
• Provide personal and physical care as needed.

Skills

Knowledge of healthcare procedures

Emotional support skills

Communication skills

Education

High-school diploma

Post-secondary education in Social 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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