Part Time- Direct Support Facilitator (2025-41)

Community Living Hamilton; Hamilton; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A community support organization in Hamilton is seeking Direct Support Facilitators to provide assistance to clients in group living. The ideal candidate will have a relevant degree or diploma, experience working with adults with developmental disabilities, and valid NVCI and First Aid/CPR certifications. Responsibilities include ensuring clients' safety, developing individualized support plans, and facilitating activities. The organization values diversity and welcomes applications from all individuals.

Qualifications

• Two years of recent experience in relevant fields.
• Experience with diverse client groups is considered an asset.
• Education in Mental Health and ASD is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support clients in group living settings.
• Deliver social, recreational, and learning activities.
• Ensure safety, security, and wellness of clients.

Skills

Experience with adults with developmental disabilities

Strong interpersonal skills

Ability to develop Person Directed Plans

Fluency in a second language

Education

DSW, SSW, CYW or Social Sciences degree or diploma

Valid NVCI Certification

Valid First Aid/CPR Certification

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.

Hours of Work

Week 1: Saturday (12:00am -10:00am), Monday (11:00pm-9:00am)

Week 2: Monday (11:00pm-9:00am) and Sunday (12:00am -10:00am). This is a sleep/awake shift.

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, proof of insurance and access to a reliable vehicle.

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.