Full Time Intervenor to Support People Who Are Deafblind

Sensity Deafblind and Sensory Support Network of Canada; Welland; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A non-profit organization seeks an Intervenor in Welland, ON to support individuals with dual sensory impairments, ensuring they live independently. Responsibilities include communication support, personal care, and goal development. Candidates should have a college diploma in a relevant field and experience with developmental disabilities. This role offers a competitive wage starting at $23.49/hour and various benefits.

Benefits

Competitive wage starting at $23.49/hour

Weekend shift premium

Health spending account

Paid sick days

RRSP matching contributions

Reimbursement for relevant classes

Qualifications

• Completion of a college diploma or certificate in a relevant program.
• Valid driver’s license Class G with a clean driver’s abstract.
• Ability to lift 35 lbs to 50 lbs occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Support communication and daily living for individuals with dual sensory impairment.
• Assist with personal care and documentation.
• Empower individuals to participate successfully in daily activities.

Skills

Communication in American Sign Language (ASL)

Experience supporting persons with developmental disabilities

Experience with mental health conditions

Good communication skills in English

Education

College diploma in Intervenor for Deafblind Persons or related field

Tools

Reliable vehicle

Job description

About Sensity

Sensity is a not-for-profit organization providing services and programs to members of the deafblind community. We are recognized in Canada and around the world as a leader in the provision of Intervenor Services.

Be Someone's eyes and ears. Bring the world to a person who is deafblind.

Sensity has an exciting opportunity for an Intervenor to join our team in Welland, ON. The Intervenor supports communication and day-to-day living for individuals who are living with dual sensory impairment so that they may live independently. Join us to learn new skills and experience personal growth and fulfillment.

Shifts

Full Time: 36-40hrs weekly (shifts include: days, afternoons, evenings, overnights and weekends on a rotational schedule).

What Sensity Offers

• A competitive wage starting at $23.49/hour.
• Weekend shift premium.
• Benefit plan including a health spending account.
• Paid sick days.
• An RRSP program where we match your contributions up to 3% of your earnings.
• Up to 50% reimbursement for the successful completion of relevant classes at other learning institutions after one year of service.
• Opportunities to participate in conferences and workshops in the community and abroad.

Key Activities

• The Intervenor supports communication and day-to-day living for individuals who are living with dual sensory impairment so that they may live independently.
• 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, and volunteerism.
• Providing personal care as required (e.g. lifts and transfers, toileting, personal hygiene, medication administration, etc.).
• Assisting with developing and supporting individual goals and objectives.
• Assisting with program development.
• Ensuring documentation and records are complete.

Qualifications

• Completion of a college diploma or certificate in the Intervenor for Deafblind Persons program, or one of the following: Developmental Services Worker (DSW), Social Services Worker (SSW), Community Services Worker (CSW), Communicative Disorders Assistant (CDA), Personal Support Worker (PSW), Behavioral Science, or a related human services field.
• Experience supporting persons with developmental disabilities and challenging behaviours.
• Experience supporting persons with mental health conditions.
• Communication in American Sign Language (ASL) or Signed Exact English (SEE).
• Valid driver’s license Class G, access to a reliable vehicle, a clean current driver’s abstract, and the ability to obtain automobile insurance with a minimum liability of $2 million.

Training Program

• We will train you to support our clients through our in-house training program.

Other

• Employment is conditional upon receipt of a successful Vulnerable Sector Police Check.
• The role requires repetitive hand motion, good manual dexterity, and moderate stooping, bending and lifting. The incumbent must be able to lift 35 lbs to 50 lbs on an occasional basis. The position will be required to work indoors and outdoors.
• French may be considered an asset.
• Excellent communication skills in English (verbal and written).

We thank all applicants; however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted. Sensity is an equal opportunity employer and we value the importance of diversity and dignity in the workplace. We are committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environments. If you are contacted by Sensity regarding a job opportunity, please advise prior to the interview if you require accommodation and we will work with you to make appropriate arrangements.