Full Time Direct Support Professional

1 week ago

Scarborough, Canada Mary Centre Full time

Mary Centre is a non-profit, charitable organization reflecting the values and traditions consistent with Catholic social teachings. Mary Centre is a community-based organization that provides support services designed to enhance the quality of life of people with developmental disabilities and their families. For many years, Mary Centre has been helping people with developmental disabilities to work towards greater self-confidence and personal independence so they can take part in fulfilling educational, employment and life experiences.

Mary Centre is currently seeking two (2) people to fill two (2) Direct Support Professional positions. The Direct Support Professional will provide direct care, support and supervision for people with a developmental disability living in a Supported Group Living Settings according to our Vision, Mission, and Values Statements.

**Qualifications**

Community College Diploma in Developmental Services or related University or College Degree in Social or Health services. Minimum two (2) years’ experience working or volunteering with people with a developmental disability.

**Mandatory Requirements**:

- Possess a Valid Ontario Driver’s License class G.
- Valid First Aid/CPR Certificate
- Valid Designated Physical Restraints Training Program Certificate
- Computer Skills - Microsoft Word and Excel
- Clear vulnerable sector police check
- Acceptable proof of full COVID-19 vaccination must be provided

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Provide direct support and personal care to people with developmental disabilities.
- Maintain a caseload as designated by the Program Coordinator/Director of Services
- Following and promoting the program locations goals and inclusiveness.
- Encourage self expression of people supported and utilize knowledge of verbal and nonverbal communication including alternative communication systems and technique.
- Ability to perform tasks involving physical activity, including lifting, bending and prolonged standing.
- Experience working with people with a Dual Diagnosis, Behavioral Challenges and Complex Medical Issues
- Ability to work with people with changing needs and routines
- Knowledge on how to implement and follow Behavior Support Plans. Provide appropriate professional understanding and intervention in response to emotional, behavioral, and physical needs of people.
- Knowledge on how to develop, implement and follow an Individual Support Plans
- Experience and ability to interact with families and community partners
- Knowledge of Passport Funding and community participation support
- Excellent communication, interpersonal and writing skills
- Excellent organizational and prioritizing skills
- Professionalism, exercise good judgment and discretion in dealing with confidential information.
- Must be able to function as part of a multidisciplinary team. Participate in shift changes and Team Meetings as required, share information in a respectful and nonjudgmental manner
- Ability to keep work environment up to Health and Safety Standards including following all Infection Prevention and Control Measures, program location cleanliness and free of hazards.
- French language skills will be considered an asset

**Required Core Competencies**:

- Ability to advocate for others
- Ability to work independently and as a team member (Collaboration)
- Demonstrate creative problem solving and decision making
- Ability to develop others
- Ability to hold people accountable
- Provide leadership
- Excellent time management and organizational skills
- Relationship and network building and resources management
- Strategic Thinking
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Mary Centre will accommodate the needs of qualified applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disability Act. Personal information provided is collected under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy ACT._
- **ONLY THOSE SELECTED FOR AN INTERVIEW WILL BE CONTACTED**_

**Salary**: From $23.27 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Vision care

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Morning shift
- Night shift
- Weekend availability

COVID-19 considerations:
All employees required to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times while on shift. Enhanced cleaning and disinfecting procedures in place. All recommended Public Health Measures are in place.

Work Location: In person

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