Part-Time Developmental Support Worker II and III Barrie - Asleep Overnights

Arc Mercer; Barrie; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Empower Simcoe is seeking a Permanent Part-Time Support Worker for its group homes in Barrie. This role involves supporting individuals with intellectual disabilities in daily living tasks and requires a Developmental Service Worker diploma or similar qualification. The benefits include competitive pay, health insurance, and a supportive work environment focused on inclusivity.

Benefits

11 paid Statutory Holidays

Confidential Employee Assistance program

Employer paid health and life insurance

Employer paid sick time

Vacation hours

Group RRSP with employer matched contributions

Qualifications

• Candidates must have a diploma or degree in relevant fields.
• Two years' experience supporting individuals is required for unrelated degrees.
• Valid class 'G' driver's license is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide support during overnight shifts and assist with daily living tasks.
• Help with personal care, household duties, and meal preparation.
• Facilitate community connections by supporting individuals to events.

Skills

Support for individuals with intellectual disabilities

Personal care

Household duties

Meal preparation

Education

Developmental Service Worker diploma or equivalent

Job description

Since 1953, Empower Simcoe has specialized in providing a wide range of programs and services for people and families throughout Simcoe County. We are looking for innovative, passionate, and dedicated employees. Our inclusive culture empowers all of us to Be, Belong and Thrive. If you are looking for a career where you can make a difference and feel proud of the work you do everyday, you've come to the right place. Your future starts now at Empower Simcoe!

We are presently accepting resumes for 1 Permanent Part-Time Support Worker to work on in our group homes in Barrie.

Compensation Package

This position will be assigned to our Permanent Asleep Night line. Flat rate of $202.00 for asleep portion of shift.

• Pay rates depend on qualified education with the qualified rate starting at: $25.96/hour;
• 11 paid Statutory Holidays;
• Confidential Employee Assistance program for you and for your immediate family;
  
  

Following The Successful Completion Of Probation

• Employer paid health and life insurance; employee/employer paid dental;
• Employer paid sick time;
• Vacation hours;
• Group RRSP with 100% employer matched contributions up to 4% of gross earnings;
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Developmental Service Worker diploma or an acceptable educational equivalency (Child and Youth Worker, Early Childhood Education, Social Service Worker, Nursing, Psychology, etc.) as determined by the employer is required;
• When submitting your resume and cover letter, please also upload a copy of your diplomas / degrees. In your resume, please ensure that you specify the length of your programs; Candidates who have a completed Degree or Diploma from an accredited college or university in an unrelated field must have 2 years full-time work experience directly supporting people;
• Ability to work weekends and holidays;
• Ability to attend team meetings and training as required during daytime hours;
• A valid class "G" driver's license and own reliable transportation is an asset;
  
  

Role/Duties

Our Direct Support Workers provide support to individuals with intellectual disabilities with all aspects of daily living within a group home setting. Responsibilities may include providing support during overnight shifts, personal care, household duties, meal preparation and finances. You may also support people to appointments or events to foster connections within the community.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation or disability. Applications are encouraged from those who reflect the diversity of our community.

Submit Application By

Internal 4:00 p.m. June 11, 2025

External 4:00 p.m. June 18, 2025

We thank all those who apply for this position. However, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

Please note that incomplete applications will not be considered. If you have any issues with the application process, please contact [e-mail]

Empower Simcoe is committed to being non-discriminatory and providing equal and barrier-free selection and appointment processes and work environments. If contacted in relation to this position, please let us know if you require accommodation during the recruitment and selection process. Our inclusive culture empowers all of us to Be, Belong and Thrive.

Vacant Position Posting #25-102

Salary: $24.15 - $25.96 per hour