Support Worker, Part-Time, Weekend Respite Program

Community Living Mississauga; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

Community Living Mississauga in Mississauga, ON, is seeking a part-time Support Worker (Respite Program) to provide direct support to youth with intellectual disabilities during recreational activities in the community.

The role requires weekend availability (Friday evenings and Saturday days), team collaboration, and solid communication, problem-solving, and computer skills. Training and a supportive, inclusive workplace are emphasized.

Qualifications

• Completion or enrollment in a relevant diploma is preferred.
• University degree with some experience is acceptable.
• Strong problem solving and communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Promote community inclusion, independence and self-determinism for the people supported.
• Provide direct and indirect support to people as required by their personal support plans.
• Support people to identify, work towards and achieve their goals/personal outcomes.
• Assess the person’s verbal and nonverbal communications skills, utilize alternative communication systems and techniques, as required, and encourage self-expression of the people who receive support.
• Work collaboratively with their team, the people supported and their families to solve problems and resolve conflicts
• Apply techniques and understand concepts related to non-violent crisis intervention (CPI).
• Represent Community Living Mississauga professionally at all times while providing support in the community.
• Have an understanding and appreciation of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) principles and expected to support Community Living Mississauga’s commitment to DEI by demonstrating respect for diverse people and contributing to an inclusive culture where everyone can connect, belong, and grow.

Skills

Problem solving

Conflict resolution

Team collaboration

Communication skills

MS Office

First Aid CPR

Bilingualism

Education

Developmental Services Worker Diploma

Social Services Worker Diploma

University Degree with 6 months experience

Child and Youth Worker Diploma

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Description of Organization

Mississauga, ON

Compensation: $ 23.34 hourly

Vacancy Type: Current/Existing Vacancy

Permanent, Part-Time

Organizational Profile

Community Living Mississauga has been a source of support for people who have an intellectual disability since 1955. Community Living Mississauga provides a variety of supports and services to people who have an intellectual disability, including: residential supports, employment resources, community engagement, Supported Independent Living, respite, and various day support options. Our mission is to provide support to people to ensure their quality of life in the community is meaningfully improved, promoting inclusion and independence.

For more information about Community Living Mississauga, we invite you to visit our website at www.clmiss.ca.

Description of Position

Working under the guidance of a Supervisor, the Support Worker, Part Time (Support Assistant) - Respite Program staff provides direct support to youth who have an intellectual disability while they participate in recreational activities in the community.

This is a part-time opportunity with a set schedule. Must be available to work on Friday and Saturday. The staff team rotates on Friday evenings and all staff work during the day on Saturdays. The Weekend Respite Programs, which include the Friday Nights Out and the Saturday Teen Activity Program, provide respite opportunities for youth between the ages 13-17. The Friday Nights Out opportunity is structured as a Girls Night Out and a Guys Night Out. Each group meets every other week and spends the evening at an activity out in the community. The Saturday Teen Activity Program offers a full day recreational opportunity.

Program staff support small groups of teens to participate in a variety of community activities. These activities could include sports, movies, swimming, cooking classes, etc.

Description of Duties

• Promote community inclusion, independence and self-determinism for the people supported.
• Provide direct and indirect support to people as required by their personal support plans.
• Support people to identify, work towards and achieve their goals/personal outcomes.
• Assess the person’s verbal and nonverbal communications skills, utilize alternative communication systems and techniques, as required, and encourage self-expression of the people who receive support.
• Work collaboratively with their team, the people supported and their families to solve problems and resolve conflicts
• Apply techniques and understand concepts related to non-violent crisis intervention (CPI).
• Represent Community Living Mississauga professionally at all times while providing support in the community.
• Have an understanding and appreciation of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) principles and expected to support Community Living Mississauga’s commitment to DEI by demonstrating respect for diverse people and contributing to an inclusive culture where everyone can connect, belong, and grow.

Qualifications

• Completed or enrolled and actively pursuing a Developmental Services Worker Diploma (preferred), or Social Services Worker Diploma, Child and Youth Worker Diploma.
• Will consider someone who has completed or is actively pursuing a University Degree with a minimum of 6 months of experience working or volunteering with people who have an intellectual disability is preferred.
• Some experience working or volunteering with people who have an intellectual disability is preferred.
• Good problem solving and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (verbal, non-verbal, written).
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and with families as necessary.
• Proficient in PC computer environment, MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.) and other software.
• Current Intermediate First Aid / Level A CPR Certificate required.
• Bilingualism in English/French or other language would be considered an asset.

Additional Information

Why Join our Team?

Community Living Mississauga is a leader in providing support to people who have an intellectual disability. You’ll be joining a diverse, inclusive and passionate team of employees who are dedicated to making a meaningful difference in the lives of people. We offer:

• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in someone’s life.
• On-going learning and career development opportunities.
• Access to exclusive discount offers and savings on entertainment, travel, attractions, shopping, health, wellness, sports and more.
• Membership in a defined contribution pension plan (subject to meeting eligibility requirements).
• Flexible schedule.
• Employee Recognition & Rewards Programs.
• Friendly, respectful, supportive and inclusive work environment.

Community Living Mississauga values inclusivity and diversity in the workplace. We welcome and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds. We are committed to providing accessible employment practices, including accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.

While we thank all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Any information obtained during the course of recruitment will be used for employment recruitment purposes only, and not for any other purpose.