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Direct Support Professional

3 months ago

Whitby Ontario LB, Durham region, Canada The Participation House Project Part time

The Direct Support Professional (DSP) is part of a team that ensures each person receiving services has the opportunity and support for independence, learning, and self-expression according to their individual abilities and preferences. The employees help to create and maintain a comfortable home environment, provide assistance with activities of daily living, and active participation of the person in the community.

We are looking for the caliber of people who will embrace and further our mission and vision.

If The Participation House Project (Durham Region) sounds like a place you’d like to contribute your skills and expertise as you further your career, we’d like for you to apply.

Join us:

  • To provide exceptional residential support services
  • To facilitate meaningful life experiences for people with physical and developmental disabilities
  • To recognize and encourage personal growth
  • To support community presence and enhance life experiences in a valued and meaningful way

Candidates must have an unconditional positive regard for individuals with disabilities along with their hopes, dreams, desires, and the importance of community inclusion. Applicants must be able to handle the pressures of working in a public environment while exercising patience and being responsive to crisis.

Overview of position:

  • The DSP is responsible to support adults with disabilities of all ages and others who need assistance to lead self-directed lives and contribute to their communities.
  • The DSP supports behaviours that enhance inclusion in their communities.
  • The DSP shall understand that people requiring support who have one disability, such as mental illness, can also have another disability, such as a substance abuse disorder, cognitive disability, or a medical condition. These conditions are called co-occurring disorders.
  • The DSP is responsible to support adults with disabilities in their daily life routines. This will include providing hygiene and personal care support with toileting, showering, dressing, grooming, etc.
  • The DSP will be responsible for cooking, serving, and clean up of meals.
  • The DSP will be responsible for ensuring that supported people's homes are clean and have a pleasant and homey atmosphere.
  • The DSP will support persons in services in taking care of their pets.
  • The DSP shall promote the agency's welcoming and effective provision of supports to such people.

The DSP is responsible for:

  • Teaching daily living, communication, and work skills
  • Administering medications and first aid
  • Providing safe transportation
  • Assisting with or coordinating medical and other support service appointments
  • Maintaining accurate and detailed documentation and records
  • Safeguarding the monetary and personal resources of people supported
  • Implementing the philosophy, policies, and procedures of the agency

Requirements, Skills and Abilities:

  • Developmental Services Worker Diploma/Social Services Worker Diploma or degree in a relevant area of study
  • Valid Ontario Driver’s License and willingness to drive agency van
  • Valid First Aid and C.P.R. Certificate
  • Pharmacology Training
  • Valid CPI or Safe Management Certificate is an asset
  • Demonstrated organizational ability
  • Demonstrated understanding of nutrition
  • Demonstrated knowledge in writing and implementation of client skill acquisition programs
  • Must be computer literate including working knowledge of Word processing and Internet
  • Competency in written and verbal communication
  • Ability in conflict resolution and personnel interaction
  • Ability to work independently but within a team environment
  • Current Criminal Reference Check (no older than 8 months)
  • Current Medical Note certifying freedom from communicable diseases, Hep B, TB and physically and mentally able to undertake duties of Personal Support Professional

The Participation House Project (Durham Region) is an equal opportunity employer and we value the importance of diversity, dignity, and worth of every individual in the workplace. The Participation House Project (Durham Region) offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment processes. If you are contacted by The Participation House Project (Durham Region) regarding a job opportunity, please advise prior to the interview if you require accommodation.

We thank all applicants for applying; however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary, Casual, Permanent

Pay: $27.50 per hour

Expected hours: 8 – 40 per week

Additional pay:

  • Overtime pay

Benefits:

  • Dental care
  • Extended health care
  • Life insurance
  • On-site parking
  • Paid time off
  • Vision care

Schedule:

  • 12 hour shift
  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Evening shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • Weekends as needed

Education:

  • DCS / DEC (required)

Licence/Certification:

  • First Aid Certification (required)
  • Ontario Drivers License (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-08-23
Expected start date: 2024-09-01

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