Full Time Direct Support Facilitator- Group Living - Job ID -2025-18

Community Living Hamilton; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

A community support organization in Ontario seeks a Direct Support Facilitator to assist clients with diverse abilities. You will engage clients in social and recreational activities while fostering an inclusive environment. Ideal candidates have a background in social sciences, experience with developmental disabilities, and a positive attitude. This role offers part-time hours with a focus on community engagement.

Qualifications

• Two years recent experience preferred working with adults with a developmental disability.
• A valid full class G license and access to reliable transportation is required.
• Additional job-related training/certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide support and assistance to clients in social, recreational, and learning-based activities.
• Work according to scheduled hours, including evenings and weekends.

Skills

Experience with adults with developmental disabilities

Fluency in a second language

Positive attitude

Strong commitment to individuals supported

Education

DSW, SSW or Social Sciences degree or diploma

DDW Certificate preferred

Job description

Community Living Hamilton (CLH), a busy and vibrant organization that supports 1,600 adults and children with diverse abilities to thrive in the community. We have openings for the role of a Direct Support Facilitator.

ORGANIZATION PROFILE – CLH is the region’s largest service provider for individuals with developmental disabilities such as Down Syndrome and Autism. We are dedicated to helping them achieve their full potential, be included in our community, and, ultimately, build great lives. We are currently looking for Direct Support Facilitators to support various programs within the agency.

This is an exciting time to join Community Living Hamilton. We have redefined our Mission, Vision, and new Values and are in the process of establishing a new strategic plan for the next three to five years. We offer widely recognized expertise and serve more than 1,600 people with special needs every year – from children to aging seniors. We offer community participation programs, residential services, respite services, employment supports, and services designed for children.

Overview

Direct Support Facilitators provide support and assistance to clients delivering social, recreational and learning based activities within the community.

Hours of Work

Week 1: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday (2:00pm –10:00pm) and Saturday (4:00pm –12:00am). Week 2: Sunday (4:00pm –12:00am), Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday (2:00pm –10:00pm).

Location: Acorn

Qualifications

• DSW, SSW or Social Sciences degree or diploma in a related field. The above education with a DDW Certificate preferred
• Two (2) years recent experience working with adults with a developmental disability preferred
• Strong commitment to the individuals supported by Community Living Hamilton
• Positive attitude and a true appreciation for diverse abilities
• A valid full class G license and access to reliable transportation

Additional consideration will be given to candidates possessing:

• Fluency in a 2nd language
• Experience with diverse client groups
• Training/ Education in Mental Health
• Training/ Education in ASD
• Additional job related training/ certifications

Core Competencies

Advocating for Others

• Helping build understanding and awareness to remove barriers and achieve inclusion

Working with Others

• Communicating to reach understanding in others and yourself and then working together to meet shared goals

Creativity, Problem Solving & Decision Making

• Understanding a situation, exploring options and making the best choice to achieve success

Helping Others Achieve

• Providing support and guidance to others, building on strengths and encouraging others to work towards their goals

Initiative

• Taking the action needed to follow through on plans and act on opportunities and address concerns

Interpersonal Relationships & Respect

• Dealing with people in a sensitive and respectful manner. Listening & understanding perspectives

Resilience

• Continuing on, even in difficult situations and being willing to take a stand for what is right

An equivalent combination of Education, Experience and Ability acceptable to the Director and Manager may be considered.