“I have the freedom to allow the people I support to achieve their dreams.”
“I have never felt that this is my job but rather going to see friends every day”
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Other similar job titles include Residential Support Worker, Personal Support Worker, Direct Support Professional, Residential Counsellor
About Us:
Community Living North Grenville supports individuals with developmental and/or intellectual disabilities so that they can reach their full potential and enjoy all aspects of community life.
Support is provided through a wide variety of services that incorporate supported independent living, 24-hour residential support, passport services and special services at home.
We currently have one available position. Your role at CLNG will include:
- Demonstrate a respectful relationship with each individual which recognizes their rights as citizens and promotes dignity and wellbeing.
- Involve individuals and their advocates in the decision making process
- Be aware of the unique strengths, needs and preferences of each individual, particularly as it relates to an individual’s goals and aspirations.
- Support each individual to participate in the cultural, spiritual, recreational, leisure, and education activities in the community.
- Provide personal care as required (i.e.; toileting, medicating, dressing, feeding, etc.)
- Support individuals to make informed choices in all areas of life including healthy lifestyle (nutrition, diet, and exercise), budgeting, medical and safety issues.
- Housekeeping and meal preparation required for residential care locations.
You are a good fit for our role if you have:
- A certificate or diploma related to a Human Service field such as a Developmental Services Worker (DSW) diploma, PSW Certificate/Diploma, Social Service Worker (SSW) Diploma, Child and Youth Worker Diploma, etc.
- A valid class G driver’s license with safe driving record.
- Appropriate experience providing personal care or support to individuals with disabilities.
- A clear criminal records check for the vulnerable sector.
- Proof of at least two Covid-19 vaccinations.
- A willingness to be flexible and open to learning new skills.
The pay and benefits we can provide to you are:
- Our current hiring needs are for a part time employee who can work 12 hour shifts during the daytime as well as overnight. These hours will include a requirement to work every other weekend. You will be guaranteed at least 24 hours per week, however there is an opportunity to pick up extra shifts, up to full time hours, if desired.
- Competitive compensation including a starting wage of $28.72 per hour.
- Additional pay of 13.5% on top of all hours work which is payment in lieu of vacation, sick time and benefits.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: From $28.72 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
Application question(s):
- Can you work 12 hour shifts both daytime and overnight?
Work Location: In person
