Part Time- Direct Support Facilitator - 2025-61

Community Living Hamilton; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A community support organization in Hamilton is seeking a Direct Support Facilitator to help individuals with developmental disabilities achieve fulfilling lives. The role includes collaborating with staff to implement meaningful development plans and foster community participation. Ideal candidates will have a social sciences education, experience with adults with disabilities, and qualifications in First Aid and CPR. The position promotes a positive and inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience working with adults with developmental disabilities preferred.
• A valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle are necessary.
• Valid First Aid/CPR and NVCI certifications are required.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with staff to implement development plans.
• Foster community participation for individuals and families.

Skills

Commitment to individuals supported

Positive attitude

Advocating for others

Working with others

Creativity and problem-solving

Initiative

Interpersonal relationships

Resilience

Education

DSW, SSW or Social Sciences degree/diploma

Job description

Overview

The Direct Support Facilitator has the goal of helping build great lives for the individuals, their families and the community we serve by fostering an enriching and responsive community participation environment. Working as members of a larger connection of supports, Direct Support Facilitators – Community Participation will collaborate with other staff members to implement meaningful development plans and programming/activity schedules that flow from a client centered philosophy.

Hours of Work: Monday, Tuesday & Friday – 8am – 4pm

Qualifications

• DSW, SSW or Social Sciences degree or diploma in a related field.
• 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 driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle.
• Valid First Aid/CPR Certification.
• Valid NVCI Certification.

Additional consideration will be given to candidates possessing:

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.