EO256 Support Worker/Intervenor

Private Employer; Northeastern Ontario; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A dedicated individual in Northeastern Ontario seeks a support worker to assist a Deafblind female in daily living activities and community engagement. The role involves flexible hours, primarily Monday to Thursday, and includes responsibilities like personal care, communication support, and program development. Ideal candidates will have relevant educational backgrounds, experience with developmental disabilities, and a commitment to reliable attendance.

Qualifications

• Completion or pursuing a college diploma or certificate in a related field.
• Experience supporting persons with developmental disabilities.
• Excellent attendance record required.

Responsibilities

• Support the individual in home and community environments.
• Use communication techniques to relay information.
• Assist with personal hygiene and meal preparation.

Skills

Supporting persons with developmental disabilities

Communication in American Sign Language (ASL)

Experience with mental health conditions

Education

Completion or pursuing a diploma in Intervenor for Deafblind Persons or related fields

Job description

Overview

Extremely functional 28 year old Deafblind female looking for a support worker/intervenor in her apartment in Jocko Point.

Pay: $25/hour; 12-15 hours per week; self-employed

Hours

Hours of Work (flexible)

Preferred Monday to Thursday 9am–3pm, every other Friday 9am–3pm.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting the individual in their home and community environments.
• Using communication techniques to relay information.
• Empowering the individual supported to participate and be successful in all aspects of daily living including personal hygiene, meal preparation, house cleaning, volunteerism, among others.
• Assisting with developing and supporting individual goals and objectives.
• Assisting with program development.
• Ensuring documentation and records are complete.

Qualifications

• Completion or pursuing a college diploma or certificate in the Intervenor for Deafblind Persons program, or: Developmental Services Worker (DSW), Social Services Worker (SSW), Community Services Worker (CSW), Communicative Disorders Assistant (CDA), Personal Support Worker (PSW), Behavioural Science, or a related human services field an asset
• Experience supporting persons with developmental disabilities and challenging behaviours.
• Experience supporting persons with mental health conditions is an asset
• Communication in American Sign Language (ASL) or willing to learn
• This position requires a valid driver’s license Class G and access to a reliable vehicle.
• Excellent attendance record and reliability.