Direct Support Professionals: Call-in

Lambton County Developmental Services; Petrolia (CA); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group Pension Plan with Employer Con.

Employee Assistance Program

Retail and Mobility Discounts

Training and Development Opportunities

Job summary

Lambton County Developmental Services (LCDS) provides supported living and community-based services for people with developmental disabilities. Our team helps individuals in their homes and local communities, supporting daily activities such as meals, hygiene, appointments, and budgeting.

We offer opportunities for skill development, personal growth, and meaningful leisure activities, with a schedule that includes days, afternoons, and weekends.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license (G or G2) and a reliable vehicle.
• Clear Vulnerable Sector Police Check required.
• Legally entitled to work in Canada.
• Current First Aid/CPR certification required.
• Current NVCPI certification or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to people with developmental disabilities in homes and in the community.
• Assist with daily supports (meal prep, personal care, appointments, housekeeping, money management).
• Facilitate opportunities for skill development, independence and community connections.

Skills

Valid driver’s license

Reliable vehicle

Vulnerable Sector Check

Work authorization in Canada

Education

First Aid/CPR certification

NVCPI certification or willingness to obtain

Job description

Are you looking for a flexible position as an advocate for inclusion?

This is your opportunity to be your best with LCDS!

LCDS has been providing support to people with varying abilities for over 70 years! Our vision is Inclusive Communities ~ Innovative Leaders and our mission is to Empower People with Developmental Disabilities. We honour the dignity and uniqueness of each person through our core values of Care, Connection and Excellence.

What We Are Hiring For

• Providing support to people with developmental disabilities in their homes and the community
• Teaching and assisting with daily supports (ex. assistance with meal preparation, personal hygiene, medication administration, appointments, housekeeping responsibilities and money management)
• Facilitating opportunities for individual skill development, independence, personal growth, cultivating relationships in their community and leisure activities as directed by the person

We provide supports in: Alvinston, Brigden, Corunna, Forest, Petrolia, Sarnia, Oil City, Oil Springs, Watford and Wyoming.

We are also accepting applications for one-to-one support through Passport.

What You Will Need

• Valid "G or G2" class license and reliable vehicle
• Be willing to provide a clear Vulnerable Sector Police Check
• Be legally entitled to work in Canada
• Current certification in First Aid/CPR required
• Current certification in NVCPI or willing to obtain
• Experience working with people with developmental disabilities is an asset

Compensation And Scheduling

• $23.59 - $24.28 per hour based on experience
• Call-in - not a set rotation
• Scheduled a mixture of days, afternoons, and weekends
• Opportunities to pick up additional hours (up to 44 hours per week)

What We Offer

• Group Pension Plan with Employer Contribution Matching
• Employee Assistance Program
• Corporate Retail and Mobility Discounts
• Training and Development Opportunities

About LCDS

Lambton County Developmental Services started back in 1955 when a group of parents whose children with developmental disabilities came together while dreaming of a life without limitation for their loved ones. We focus on ability, respecting that each person's life and path are unique; one person at a time!

Visit our website at www.lcdspetrolia.ca

Learn more about core competencies for this position and behaviour-based interviewing: https://www.dscorecomp.com/behavior-based-interviews/

LCDS is an equal opportunity employer and we value the importance of diversity, dignity and worth of every individual in the workplace. We are committed to fostering a culture of inclusiveness in our organization and in our recruitment process. If you are contacted by LCDS regarding a job opportunity, please advise if you require accommodation and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs.

Inclusive Communities ~ Innovative Leaders

Empowering People with Developmental Disabilities

Salary: $23.59 - $24.28 per hour