Direct Support Professional

7 days ago

Smiths Falls, Canada Lanark County Support Services Full time

The contract term is for 34 hours per week on a 7 month period. LCSS is expanding services and has additional opportunities available.

Demonstrated ability in planning and organizing a variety of activities to connect individuals to their communities that reflect individualized interests.

A positive and creative thinking approach.
Flexibility in both daily routine delivery and hours of work.
Proven ability to create unique opportunities to people who require intense behavioural supports.
Ability to adapt to a variety of people, situations and environments.
Skills in various forms of technology and computer software.
Demonstrated ability to work as a team or independently and present an image of professionalism.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, problem solving skills and organizational skills.
Must have knowledge and demonstrate proficiency in the Developmental Services Sector Core Competencies as they relate to the role of Direct Support Professionals.

Must have or be willing to train in First Aid, CPR, NCI, Pharmacology and WHMIS.

Must have a Valid G Driver's license, access to a vehicle, ability to work throughout Lanark County and a criminal reference check for the vulnerable sector.

Experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities, managing behavioural challenges and complex health plans, administering and managing medication and provide personal care. Experience in developing and facilitating holistic Individual Support Plans in collaboration with support networks. Substantial experience working with families in the planning and delivery of supports.

Salary ranges from $24.59-$27.35 per hour with 6% in lieu of vacation. Employees have the opportunity to join the Hospitals of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP). All employees also have access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program.

LCSS staff are provided with ongoing training including: First Aid, CPR, Non
- Violence Crisis Intervention along with additional mandatory training. We believe that investing in our employees ongoing professional development has a direct impact on the quality of services that we provide. We encourage and support employees to pursue any relevant training that will enable them the broaden and enhance their skills sets.

**Job Type**: Fixed term contract
Contract length: 7 months

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Employee assistance program
- On-site parking

Schedule:

- Day shift

Application question(s):
**Education**:

- DCS / DEC (required)

Licence/Certification:

- Class G Licence (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-05-30

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