Direct Support Staff

2 weeks ago

Elmira, Canada Elmira District Community Living Full time

**Position: Direct Support Staff Overnight Awake - Residential 11:00 pm to 7:00 am Sunday to Thursday**

**Reports to: Manager/Supervisor**

**Position Summary**: Under the guidance of the program Manager, the Residential Direct Support Staff is responsible to advocate and provide direct support for people in our care. These supports are based on the outcomes of person centred planning and according to choices and informed decisions and are within the scope of the Individual Support Plans (ISP). You will promote an inclusive lifestyle and support people in achieving their personal goals.

**Value Statement**: Elmira District Community Living recognizes the importance and value in having our staff demonstrate flexibility and trust while creating a caring, safe, harmonious and fun environment for both the team and those we support.

**Code of Conduct**:
EDCL respects the worth, dignity and uniqueness of all persons as well as their rights and opportunities within a safe, caring environment. The code of conduct policy is intended to serve as a guide to the everyday conduct of employees providing services and supports. It is not intended to list every possible scenario that an employee might encounter since many standards of conduct are the result of established practices, customs or common sense decision making and as such are not stated explicitly.

**Qualifications**:

- **Education and Training-**:

- Must be 18 years of age or older
- University Degree or DSW or college diploma in a related Human Services field or certification in a related Human Services field (ex. PSW certificate) with a minimum of 2000 hours experience, at Manager’s discretion
- Grade 12 or GED with a minimum of 4000 hours experience at Manager’s discretion
- Valid driver’s license and required insurance
- Able to obtain required training; including but not limited to; CPR, First Aid, NVCI, WHMIS, Violence in the Workplace, fire extinguisher, Bullying in the Workplace, Hand Hygiene, Donning and Doffing and all aspects of proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- Attend Association Orientation
- Physically able to fulfill requirements of the job
- Available for extra training
- **Competencies-**:

- Flexibility; adapts to and works effectively through changing situations
- Good communication skills
- Demonstrates the ability for developing others through coaching, encouraging and constructive feedback
- Manages change; with the people, families and this association
- Takes initiative; is proactive and thinks ahead
- Leadership skills; provides inspiration, direction and clarity
- Demonstrates the ability to build networks and relationships; works cooperatively with all stakeholders to meet mutual goals
- Resilience; maintains stamina and performance under continuing stress and acts effectively under pressure
- Manages resources e.g. people, materials, funds and utilizes them effectively
- Seeks on-going self-development and takes action to improve personal capability
- Strategic thinking; links long range visions to daily work
- Good problem solving and decision making skills
- Is accountable and holds others accountable
- Creative and enthusiastic approach to the job
- Able to work independently as well as collaboratively with the entire support team
- Develops good interpersonal relations and shows respect and sensitivity to all people
- Demonstrates self-control; restrains negative responses when provoked or faced with opposition from others and takes positive action to resolve it effectively
- Service oriented; shows a high level of commitment towards all people and takes action to best meet their needs
- Commitment to this association

**Responsibilities and Duties**:

- Under the supervision of the Manager of the residence, you will provide care and support to the individuals living in the home, during the overnights as required. There are expectations of cleaning, laundry and some meal preparations. You will foster the development of the residents to their fullest potential. You will ensure that the philosophy of socialization and inclusion is maintained and a level of independence, based on the person's ability, is encouraged. Must work within the culture of the home and demonstrate leadership qualities and respect, and demonstrate the ability to create a positive working environment, which is critical in providing the best supports possible to the people living in the home.
- Support people in decision-making skills, exercising choices, taking reasonable risks and assuming responsibilities. Show good judgment when decisions may place a person at undue risk
- Identify organizational barriers to people’s goals and promote alternative strategies and/or approaches
- Advocates on behalf of the people, the association and for the sector

**5. Team Function-**
- Act as liaison between programs, staff and the community
- Attend, participate and contribute to monthly staff meeting
- Attend and participate in meetings, d

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