E25-237 Support Worker 2 – Supported Living – West

Community Living Toronto; Toronto; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A community service organization in Toronto seeks a Support Worker 2 to enhance individuals' capacity to function in community living. The role includes case management, personal care, and life skills training. Candidates must have post-secondary education in Social or Developmental Services. The position requires knowledge of healthcare procedures and equipment, along with a valid driver’s license being an asset. This role offers 37.5 hours of work per week supporting diverse community needs.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Identify program needs and implement life plans for individuals supported.
• Provide case management and personal care including medication administration.
• Deliver life skills training and emotional support to individuals supported.

Skills

Knowledge of health-care procedures

Mechanical equipment handling

Case management

Life skills training

Education

Post-secondary education in Social Services or Developmental Services

1 year of related work experience if education is in a non-related field

Job description

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POSITION

Support Worker 2

REGION

Supported Living - West

HOURS OF WORK

37.5 hours per week

QUALIFICATIONS

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

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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.