E25-85 Support Worker 1 – Supported Living – West

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

Job summary

Community Living Toronto is seeking a Support Worker 1 to contribute to the delivery of supports and programs aligned with individual life plans. The role involves assisting individuals with their daily needs and enhancing their community living capacity. The ideal candidate will have a high-school diploma, relevant experience, and knowledge of healthcare procedures.

Qualifications

• 6 months of related work experience required.
• Knowledge of healthcare procedures and mechanical equipment.

Responsibilities

• Support assessment of daily needs and implement life plans.
• Provide personal and physical care, including medication administration.
• Support life skills training and provide emotional support.

Skills

Healthcare Procedures

Mechanical Equipment

Communication

Education

High-School Diploma

Post-secondary Education in Social Services

Job description

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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 Details

• Position: Support Worker 1
• 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 support, 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 (wheelchairs, lifts, G-tubes, and other specialized equipment) are required.
• Post-secondary education focused on Social Services or Developmental Services may be considered equivalent with no related work experience required.
• Successful completion of internal legislated and mandated training is required.
• Valid driver’s license is an asset.

Job Summary

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

Responsibilities

• Under the direction of a program supervisor, responsible for:
  • Carrying out assigned duties related to service provision.
  • Supporting assessment of daily needs and implementing life plans.
  • Monitoring achievement of personal outcomes.
  • Providing personal and physical care, including medication administration and crisis response.
  • Communicating with friends and family to address needs and share information.
  • Supporting life skills training and providing emotional support, either individually or in groups.

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