Part Time Night time Awake Direct Support Professional (Namaste) Internal Candidates only

Community Living Greater Sudbury; Copper Cliff; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Community Living Greater Sudbury is seeking energetic, motivated part-time awake night shift direct support professionals to support adults with developmental disabilities. The role emphasizes trauma-informed, ABA-informed, and strengths-based approaches to foster independence and community engagement.

You will monitor, support, and ensure a safe, clean home environment, including meal preparation, personal care, and documentation.

Qualifications

• Bilingual in English/French preferred.
• Experience with behaviours is an asset or related experience.
• Developmental Service Worker Diploma or related field of study required.
• G Class Driver's License required.
• CPR and First Aid Certification required.
• COVID-19 vaccination preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide support for individuals to set and reach personal goals.
• Assist individuals to participate in the community, including educational, recreational, and religious activities.
• Assist individuals with personal care, including medication administration, bathing, skin care, and personal hygiene.
• Maintain a clean and safe home environment and prepare nutritious meals.
• Assist with development and maintenance of social and personal relationships.
• Support informed decision-making through information sharing.
• Complete computerized documentation and daily reporting.
• Promote the organization’s mission and values in the workplace and community.
• Assist in implementing behavioural support plans and skill-building programs.
• Support individuals displaying risk behaviour calmly using Non-Violent Crisis Intervention techniques.

Skills

Bilingual English/French

Behaviour management

Education

Developmental Service Worker Diploma or related field of study

G Class Driver's License

CPR and First Aid Certification

COVID-19 Vaccination

Two Step TB Test

Job description

Join Us in Making a Real Difference at Community Living Greater Sudbury

Working at Community living Greater Sudbury can be a fulfilling and meaningful career choice for many people, as it allows them to make a positive impact on the lives of individuals with disabilities or special needs. Our organization is known for our efforts and support of persons with developmental disabilities.

Our mission is: To recognize challenges and provide the highest quality service and support that empowers people to reach for their own goals.

As a not-for profit organization, we focus our resources where they can make the greatest impact and serve the most vulnerable. We offer the opportunity to liaise with community partners at all levels. Consider a role with Community Living Greater Sudbury as an opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of others.

Here are a few reasons why this work can be so rewarding:

• The satisfaction of helping others: Community living support work provides the opportunity to directly help people improve their quality of life and live more independently.
• Personal growth:Working in this field can be a great opportunity for personal growth and learning, as you develop new skills and gain a deeper understanding of the challenges faced by individuals with disabilities.
• Flexibility:Community living offer flexible scheduling and part-time or full-time positions, making it a good choice for those who want to balance work with other commitments.
• Meaningful work that makes a difference:Working at Community living can be deeply rewarding, as it provides a sense of purpose and the opportunity to make a real difference in people's lives. Working at Community living can be deeply rewarding, as it provides a sense of purpose and the opportunity to make a real difference in people's lives. Working at Community living can be deeply rewarding, as it provides a sense of purpose and the opportunity to make a real difference in people's lives.
• Opportunities for career advancement:Community living offer opportunities for growth and advancement, including training and professional development programs. So, not only will you be making a difference in people’s lives, but you'll also have the chance to grow and advance in your career.

Overall, working in community living is an opportunity to be part of a team of passionate individuals who are making a real difference in their lives. So why not consider it as your next career move?

Job Description

Community living is looking for energetic, motivated and career- minded part time awake night shift direct support professionals. The ideal support staff committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and supportive environment for individuals and will use Trauma-Informed, ABA-informed, and strengths-based approaches to foster independence, emotional regulation, and community engagement.

You will be responsible for monitoring and supporting adults with developmental disabilities in accordance with the organization’s mission statement. You will be involved in ensuring a safe, clean, and secure environment, and meal preparation.

Responsibilities

• Provide support for individuals to set and reach personal goals.
• Support individuals to participate in the community, including educational, recreational, and religious activities.
• Assist individuals with personal care, as required, including medication administration, bathing, skin care, and personal hygiene.
• Provide support to complete duties within the home, including maintaining a clean and safe environment and the preparation of nutritious meals.
• Assist with the development and maintenance of social and personal relationships.
• Provide information to individuals to support the development of informed decision‑making skills.
• Complete computerized documentation, daily reporting, and medical follow-up, etc.
• Promote the mission and values of the organization in the workplace and community.
• Assist in implementing behavioural support plans and skill acquisition programs to reduce risk behavior.
• Supporting individuals displaying risk behaviour while remaining calm and using Non-Violent Crisis Intervention strategies.

• Advocate for and ensure participants’ rights, dignity, well-being, and protection from harm
• Completion and follow up of data collection and documentation, as required.

Qualifications

• Class G Licence (Required)
• Developmental Service Worker Diploma or related field of study
• Developmental services: 1 year (Preferred)
• CPR and First Aid Certification
• Covid 19 Vaccination (Preferred)
• Bilingual in English/French preferred

Requirements

• Developmental Service Worker Diploma or related field of study
• Valid First Aid, CPR certificate, and CPI training
• G Class Driver's License
• COVID19 Vaccination
• Two Step TB Test
• ABA training is an asset
• Experience with behaviours is an asset or related experience

Work Hours

The hours of work are scheduled 56 hours bi-weekly with the potential of more shifts as they become available (Part-time)

*A Vulnerable Sector Screening/Criminal Record Check will be requested by Human Resources should you be the candidate of choice. Please do not submit your Vulnerable Sector Screening/Criminal Record Check with your application.

COVID-19 considerations

WITH THE SAFETY OF INDIVIDUALS AND EMPLOYEES UPMOST IN OUR MINDS, COMMUNITY LIVING GREATER SUDBURY IS TAKING THE SAFETY MEASURES TO PROTECT THE PEOPLE WE SUPPORT AND THE PEOPLE WHO WORK FOR US.

We are committed to a culture that values diversity and inclusion.

We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities and are committed to providing accommodation as part of our hiring process. If you have special requirements, please advise Human Resources during the recruitment process.