Part-Time Direct Support Professional

Undisclosed Employer; Central Ontario; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A local non-profit organization in Central Ontario seeks a part-time Direct Support Professional to enhance the quality of life for individuals with intellectual disabilities. This role emphasizes supporting clients' independence across various life skills. Ideal candidates are thoughtful, creative professionals with a background in Human Services, excellent communication skills, and the ability to adapt. The position offers mentorship, flexible hours, and a competitive salary starting at $29.99/hour.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Mentorship and training

Employee assistance program

Employee recognition program

Qualifications

• Recent graduate or experienced professional in Human Services required.
• Current CPR and First Aid certificates necessary.
• Clean Driver's Abstract and valid G Class Driver's License needed.

Responsibilities

• Enhance quality of life for people with intellectual disabilities.
• Assist with achieving personal goals and outcomes.
• Support independent living skills such as budgeting and cooking.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Adaptability

Teamwork

Education

Human Services graduate (DSW, SSW, BST, CYW)

Job description

Searching for a part time role where you can make a meaningful difference in people’s lives each and every day? Want to join a team of experienced professionals who actively support each other? Looking for opportunities to advance into a full-time role?

We are a local non-profit organization.Our team of 150+ professionals provide outstanding supports and services to people who live with an intellectual disability and their families throughout Prince Edward County. Every day, we support people to live with dignity, participate in our community and feel respected as valued citizens.

We’re actively seeking recent graduates and experienced Direct Support Professionals to expand our team in Picton, Ontario.In this part time role, you’ll work with talented colleagues who excel at providing outstanding support, creative solutions and fostering inclusivity.

Every day, you can expect the satisfaction that comes with supporting people to actively live their best possible lives. Join our talented team and work with us in beautiful Prince Edward County!

• A competitive salary, starting at $29.99/hour (plus pay in lieu of benefits, vacation and statutory holidays)
• Mentorship and on-the-job support from your colleagues as well as a professional culture
• Supportive continuing education, ongoing training, learning and growth opportunities
• Access to an RRSP employer-matching program and computer purchase program
• A comprehensive online employee portal, communications updates and an employee assistance program
• An employee recognition program and fun employee appreciation events!

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Be directly responsible for enhancing the quality of life of people who live with an intellectual disability
• Assist people with developing and achieving their Person Directed Plans, goals and outcomes
• Support people with independent living in areas such as budgeting, cooking, home maintenance, grocery shopping, etc. while promoting independence
• Assist people to maintain their personal residence while promoting independence. i.e. house, apartment, etc.
• Implement plans and strategies to connect people to community activities and events in alignment with their personal outcome measures inclusive of cultural, spiritual, recreational, leisure, educational, employment and community activities as identified by the person
• Promote healthy lifestyles and assists people with medical, dental and other professional appointments as directed by the person and/or their family
• Assist people and directly participate, as required, with people in volunteerism, social, cultural, spiritual, recreational, leisure, educational and community activities which align with their personal outcome measures and goals.
• Work co-operatively with community partners to engage people we serve in the life of the community inclusive of medical professionals, landlords, legal professionals, employers etc.

Hours of work will be flexible hours including days, evenings, weekends, and overnights based on the needs of the people we support.

Requirements:

• Thoughtful, creative professionals who take initiative, foster inclusivity and are champions of supporting people to live their best possible lives
• Human Services graduates (DSW, SSW, BST, CYW) DCS / DEC (required), who seek a part time role in an organization that champions continuous improvement, employee growth and supporting people to live, learn, participate and work in the community
• Current CPR and First Aid certificates (renewal costs are compensated)
• Excellent interpersonal, communications, organizational and teamwork skills
• Ability to problem solve, adapt to changing circumstances, lead and mentor colleagues
• Valid G Class Driver’s License, access to a reliable vehicle is required (if personal car used, mileage is compensated)
• Clean Driver’s Abstract.
• Candidates who can reliably commute or plan to relocate to Prince Edward County before starting work (required)

Proof of full COVID19 vaccination – a minimum of two doses – based on current Health Canada definition

How to Apply:

Please send your resume [e-mail] with Part-Time Direct Support Professional in the subject line.

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