Developmental Service Worker

5 months ago


Barrie, Canada Genesis Community Rehabilitation, Inc. Full time

Genesis Support Services specializes in providing support for children, youth and adults of all ages. We have a core team focused on areas such as mental health issues, at-risk behaviour, autism spectrum disorder, fetal alcohol spectrum disorder and dual-diagnosis-developmental delay and mental health diagnosis.

**What’s in it for you**:

- Competitive wages
- Flexible scheduling
- Growth and developmental opportunities
- Career advancement opportunities
- Support and mentorship from our management team
- Meaningful and Impactful work environment

**Role description**:

- Provide support to develop and increase essential life skills such as planning and organization, conversation skills and social networking.
- Assist with tasks and activities such as; personal hygiene care, household chores, budgeting, grocery shopping, community errands, medical appointments and mentoring during school and/or vocational placements.
- Provide education and information to facilitate participation in recreational and leisure activities, to access community resources, and to optimize nutrition and exercise.
- Respite care for families and caregivers.
- Implement behavioural intervention programs which may include crisis prevention and conflict resolution.
- Provide support in a variety of settings including residential settings, schools, day or vocational programs, as well as hospitals or treatment facilities.
- Work with various ethnic groups, and respect all cultural values and traditions.

**What we are looking for**:

- University Degree or College Diploma in a relevant field.
- Experience with Autism Spectrum Disorders, Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders, developmental and physical disabilities, dual diagnosis, mental health and behavioural issues. (minimum 4 years)
- Enthusiastic and reliable workers
- Excellent communication, organization and social skills.
- Current crisis intervention training (CPI, Safe Management, UMAB or equivalent)
- Current First Aid/CPR.
- Current valid Police check/vulnerable sector screening.
- Valid drivers license and access to a reliable vehicle with ability to commute within your surrounding area.
- 6A endorsement and 2 million Professional Liability Insurance coverage is essential.
- Fluency in a second language is an asset.

**Job Type**: Part-time

**Salary**: $23.00-$26.00 per hour

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Night shift
- Weekends as needed

Application question(s):

- Are you a PSW?

**Education**:

- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

**Experience**:

- mental health: 2 years (preferred)
- Autism: 2 years (preferred)
- behaviour: 2 years (preferred)

**Language**:

- any other languages (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- drivers licence (preferred)
- Crisis Prevention / SMG (preferred)

Work Location: In person



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