E25-80 Support Worker 1 ONA – Supported Living – West

Community Living Toronto; Toronto; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative organization dedicated to enhancing community living seeks a Support Worker to contribute to the delivery of essential services for individuals with intellectual disabilities. This role involves executing duties under supervision, supporting assessments, and providing personal care while fostering life skills development. Join a leading agency that prioritizes a welcoming community and offers meaningful support to thousands. If you're passionate about making a difference and have the required qualifications, this is an exciting opportunity to grow and contribute in a rewarding environment.

Qualifications

• High-school diploma and 6 months of related work experience required.
• Knowledge of healthcare procedures and mechanical equipment is essential.

Responsibilities

• Execute assigned duties related to service provision under supervision.
• Provide personal care and support life skills development.

Skills

Knowledge of healthcare procedures

Experience with mechanical equipment

Personal care skills

Crisis response skills

Life skills development

Education

High-school diploma

Post-secondary education in Social Services

Tools

Wheelchairs

Lifts

G-tubes

Job description

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When required, 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 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 1 ONA

REGION:

[Supported Living West]

HOURS OF WORK:

37.5 hours per week

ABOUT COMMUNITY LIVING TORONTO:

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 intellectual disabilities and their families, including residential and day supports, employment assistance, community supports, early childhood services, and respite care.

QUALIFICATIONS:

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

JOB SUMMARY:

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

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Under the supervision of a program coordinator, responsible for executing assigned duties related to service provision.
• Supporting assessments of daily needs and assisting in implementing and monitoring individual life plans to achieve personal outcomes.
• Providing personal and physical care, including medication administration and crisis response.
• Liaising with family and friends as needed to address support requirements and sharing relevant information.
• Supporting life skills development and offering emotional support to individuals either individually or in groups.

For inquiries, contact: [e-mail]