Direct Support Professional 1

1 month ago


St Catharines, Canada Community Living St. Catharines Full time

Have you ever wanted a fulfilling career supporting and inspiring possibilities for a person in your community who has an intellectual disability? Our Direct Support Professionals provide a wide range of supports to persons with an intellectual disability aged 18-years and older in the absence of natural family supports, friends, and community. This program provides 24-hour support staff within a group home setting.

Employment opportunities include permanent positions in the following capacity:

- Part Time (up to 29 hours per week)

Scheduled primarily for afternoons, evenings and weekends and you may also be scheduled for either awake and/or asleep overnight shifts if required. Additional shifts and on-call opportunities available, based on seniority.

**Responsibilities**:
Actively provide direct care through assistance, guidance, and life skill coaching. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, personal and health care, person-centered goal planning, overall household duties, shopping, and meal preparation. Ensure the safety and well-being of each person at all times.

**We Provide**:

- Competitive Wages, $22.37 - $25-31 per hour.
- Multi-Sector Pension Plan Contributions by the Employee and the Employer.
- Career specific training and certifications that will assist with your professional development.
- Employee and Family Assistance Plan and exclusive employee discounts.
- Growth and career advancement opportunities.
- Strong health and safety culture.

**Requirements**:

- Completion or working towards completion of a Certificate, Community College Diploma or University degree, in a related field.
- Experience providing care and supporting people with physical or intellectual disabilities.
- Availability and flexibility to work a variety of shifts.
- Valid “G2” or “G” Driver's License and with $1 Million Liability Insurance.
- Vulnerable Sector Police Check Clearance.
- Emergency First Aid & CPR Certification or willing to obtain.
- Experience administrating medication and knowledge of assistive devices is an asset.

**Job Types**: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: From $22.37 per hour

Expected hours: 1 - 29 per week

Additional pay:

- Overtime pay

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- On-site parking

Flexible language requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- On call
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed

Licence/Certification:

- First Aid Certification (preferred)
- CPR Certification (preferred)

Work Location: In person



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