Part Time- Direct Support Facilitator- 2025-35

Community Living Hamilton; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A community support organization in Hamilton is seeking Direct Support Facilitators to provide assistance in group living environments. Candidates should possess a degree in social sciences along with two years of experience working with individuals with disabilities. The role emphasizes rapport building, safety, and delivering engaging activities. Strong interpersonal skills and relevant certifications are essential. The organization accommodates diverse candidates including those with disabilities.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience with adults with developmental disabilities.
• Experience building rapport respecting client dignity and inclusion.
• Training/Education in Mental Health or ASD is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide support and assistance to clients in group living settings.
• Ensure safety, security, and wellness of clients and visitors.
• Deliver social, recreational and learning based activities.

Skills

Experience developing Person Directed Plans

Fluency in a 2nd language

Interpersonal Relationships & Respect

Problem Solving & Decision Making

Education

DSW, SSW, CYW, or Social Sciences degree

Tools

Valid First Aid/CPR Certification

Valid NVCI Certification

Valid driver’s license

Job description

Overview

Direct Support Facilitators - Group Living provide support and assistance to clients within our group living settings, delivering social, recreational and learning based activities within the community.

Week 1: Saturday (10am -6pm)
Week 2: Sunday (10am-6pm)

Qualifications

• DSW, SSW, CYW, or Social Sciences degree or diploma in a related field. The above education with a DSW Certificate is preferred.
• Two (2) years of recent experience working with adults with a developmental disability, transitional aged youth, addictions and/or mental health preferred.
• Experience building an effective professional rapport with clients by focusing on respect, dignity, inclusion, and maintaining personal boundaries.
• Experience developing Person Directed Plans/Individual Support Plans with consideration for skill development, recreation, independent living skills, employment, health and wellness, and relationship building.
• Ensure the safety, security and wellness of clients, co-workers, and visitors.
• Displays conduct in the community that enhances the reputation of clients and Community Living Hamilton.
• Valid NVCI Certification.
• Valid First Aid/CPR Certification.
• A valid driver’s license.

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 builds 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, 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.

Community Living Hamilton welcomes applications from candidates with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.