FTT Support Worker

Pathways to Independence; Belleville; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A community support organization located in Belleville, Ontario is looking for a Full-Time Temporary Support Worker for up to 12 months. The successful candidate will assist adults with dual diagnosis, focusing on personal care and community living skills. Responsibilities include maintaining client documentation, supporting clients' rights and independence, and participating in a positive team environment. Certifications in First Aid/CPR and a valid driver’s license are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum one-year post-secondary certificate in Human or Health Sciences required.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification needed.
• Valid G class driver’s license essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide assisted living support for adults with dual diagnosis.
• Manage and maintain accurate client information.
• Ensure a positive team environment.

Skills

Effective communication

Conflict resolution

Independence

Team collaboration

Computer literacy

Education

Secondary School Graduation

Post-secondary certificate in Human or Health Sciences

Job description

Position Details

FTT Support Worker (up to 12 months) – Job Title: FTT Support Worker (up to 12 months) – Location: Burnham – Wage: $23.08–$24.46 per hour – Schedule: Monday to Friday (Schedule B).

Job Overview

Pathways to Independence requires one Full‑Time Temporary Support Worker to provide assisted living support for adults with a Dual Diagnosis. Under the direction of the Client Services Manager, the Support Worker, Dual Diagnosis supports adults with dual diagnosis, mental health, behavioural challenges, and those involved in forensic services in accordance with the person’s life plan.

The Support Worker, DD, provides support with activities such as homemaking, personal care, community, and personal development skills in accordance with the person’s Quality of Life Plan, and other directives as required. The Support Worker, DD, will implement established strategies and behaviour‑management plans under the general direction of the Manager and Counsellor, DD, ensuring that the person’s services and supports promote their rights, choices, self‑determination, independence and build personal and community living skills.

Responsibilities and Qualifications

• Secondary School Graduation, and a minimum one‑year post‑secondary certificate in Human or Health Sciences (Personal Support Worker or equivalent). Proof of education is a condition of employment.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification.
• Valid G class driver’s license.
• Provide effective services and supports to supported persons.
• Manage and maintain accurate client information and documentation.
• Participate and ensure a positive team environment.
• Demonstrate a person‑centered philosophy and commitment to agency vision, mission, and guiding principles.
• Ability to resolve conflicts and solve problems in a professional manner.
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
• Must be computer literate with proficiency in electronic mail and other computer‑based tools.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to advocate on behalf of the client.
• Regular attendance is a requirement of this position.
• Experience working with adults with a dual diagnosis, mental health, or other cognitive impairment in a residential, community or independent living environment.
• All employees at Pathways will be responsible for a commitment to safety. Shifts are typically 12 hours long and include days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. May work with clients who have aggressive behavior.
• May work with clients who have aggressive behavior.

If you are interested in joining our dynamic team, we welcome you to submit a cover letter and resume, highlighting any training, education, qualifications and experiences relevant to this position. Please use this link to apply: ...

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