Permanent Part-Time Direct Care Worker – Nipigon

Northwest Employment Works; Nipigon Township; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A community service organization in Ontario seeks a Residential Support Worker to empower individuals with developmental disabilities. This part-time role involves creating support plans, advocating for community integration, and providing transportation. Candidates must have a high school diploma and experience in support roles. Ongoing development opportunities are provided. Applications can be sent to the HR Advisor.

Benefits

Ongoing professional development through workshops and courses

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting people living independently in the community, with a developmental disability.
• Valid First Aid and C.P.R. certificates.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Support people with developmental disabilities in developing lifestyles and community integration.
• Complete functional and environmental assessments.
• Liaise with human service organizations and families.

Skills

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Experience using a computer

Awareness of community services

Education

Grade twelve diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Are you passionate about inspiring, encouraging and empowering people to succeed in achieving their goals? Are you looking for a career opportunity where you can really make a difference in someone’s life?

Then we want you to join our team!

NOTICE OF JOB POSTING #2794

TITLE: Residential Support Worker Direct Care Worker I

STATUS: Permanent Part Time

Number Required: (1) Position Available

Wage Range: Wage range as per current Collective Agreement

Starting Date: To be determined

Shifts: Scheduled as per the current Collective Agreement

Position Summary: To support people who have a developmental disability in developing lifestyles and skills to promote integration, friendships, and citizenship in the community.

Posting Date: August 26th, 2025

Closing Date: Open until position filled

Responsibilities

• Post Employment: Ongoing professional development through specialty workshops and courses.
• Direction Received/Independent Action: Chooses procedures and adapts methods/process to suit a person’s needs and requests; occasionally participates in development of changes to procedures based on Ministry policy.
• Works in partnership with the Adult Protective Services Worker.
• Follows policies and procedures of SGACL, Collective Agreements, and safety legislation.
• Work is not routine; times of work are flexible. Work independently to carry out assessments, establish Individual Support Plans and deliver programs. Medical advice with regard to health problems is available from doctors.
• Supervision/Direction of Other Employees: Not normally responsible for supervision of others.
• Service Authority: Complete functional and environmental assessments for people supported; assist with leisure and recreational activities; schedule medical and dental appointments and accompany as needed; provide emergency assistance or first aid; liaise with human service organizations and family; provide transportation as needed.
• Service Accountability: Adhere to SGACL’s Employee Conduct Policy and maintain confidentiality; participate in job performance evaluations; upgrade skills; provide leadership and be a role model; assist people to balance their financial affairs; document assessments and medical/dental visits; record communications with the Adult Protective Services Worker.
• Working Relationships: Advocate with Community Agencies/organizations; liaise with family/relatives.

Pre-Employment Responsibilities

• Grade twelve diploma or equivalent
• Experience in supporting people living independently in the community, with a developmental disability
• Valid First Aid and C.P.R. certificates
• Valid driver’s license
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and experience using a computer
• Awareness of services and support available within the community, networks and linkages available to people who have a developmental disability
• Available for flexible hours

Qualifications

• See Pre-Employment Responsibilities for the required qualifications and experience.

Post Employment

• Ongoing professional development through specialty workshops and courses.

Applying

Please send your application to:

Chelsea Methot

HR Advisor

Superior Greenstone Association for Community Living

[e-mail]

Equal Opportunity

Superior Greenstone Association for Community Living is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity and inclusion. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible workplace where every team member feels valued, respected, and supported. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals with disabilities; accommodations are available at all stages of the recruitment process, at the candidate’s request.