Developmental Support Worker

7 months ago

Orillia, Canada Empower Simcoe Full time

As a well-established social services organization, Empower Simcoe is looking for innovative, passionate, and dedicated employees. Our inclusive culture empowers all of us to Be, Belong and Thrive. If you are looking for a career where you can make a difference and feel proud of the work you do everyday, you've come to the right place. Your future starts now at Empower Simcoe.

We are recruiting for a **Developmental Support Worker - Specialized**, to work as a Specialized Resource Coordinator providing quality support to high-need individuals residing in the Treatment Home and Specialized Resource locations. This position provides guidance and direct support in areas identified as necessary related to activities of daily living, personal care, communication, emotional, physical and mental health, safety, finances, and relationship development to foster independence.

**Compensation package**:

- Work up to 42 hours per week, working 12-hour day shifts;
- Required to work weekends and public holidays as scheduled;
- Minimum starting rate of pay is $28.73 per hour;
- Employer paid confidential EAP program for you and your family members;
Following the successful completion of a 3-month probationary period:

- Employer paid benefits (life insurance, short
- and long-term disability benefits, health and dental);
- Group RRSP plan with Employer matched benefit up to 5% of gross earnings biweekly;
- Employer paid sick, personal leave and vacation hours;
**Minimum requirements for this position include**:

- Community College Diploma in Social Services or a closely related field from an acceptable accredited college. Educational focus in Behavioural Sciences, Psychology, Police Foundations, Child and Youth Worker, Developmental Services Worker, Social Services Worker, etc.;
- Registered Behavioural Technician certificate an asset;
- Minimum of one (1) year recent full-time work experience supporting hard to serve adults with complex care needs in community residential settings;
- Experience supporting people with behaviour management techniques is an asset;
- Demonstrated ability to respond calmly in crisis situations through various approved verbal de-escalation and physical intervention techniques.

**Special factors of this position**:

- Must be prepared to work flexible hours as required;
- Position requires considerable physical interventions involving frequent bending, turning, twisting, and kneeling in response to crisis behaviour;
- Possess valid Class G driver's license and own reliable transportation to be used in the course of employment;
**Duties and responsibilities (including, but not limited to)**:

- Works as part of a team, collaborates with team members to meet collective goals, and recognizes contributions of others;
- Provide daily support for people in their homes and community by using an approach that respects their independent choices and abilities. This support includes, but is not limited to, personal care and hygiene, meal preparation and housekeeping;
- In collaboration with Supervisor, assess individuals needs and develop plans to support the person to enhance essential life skills, such as meal preparation, budgeting, communication, self-care, community participation and employment.
- Play a vital role in the completion of Ministerial Licensing, acting to ensure that documentation and all required interactions with Ministry representatives;
- Fully participate in team meetings to provide input into and get clarification of all plans and related protocols;
- Provide quality supports based on a person's behaviour support plan to meet the physical, medical, and emotional needs of individuals, i.e.: doctor's appointments, medical reviews;
- Foster the independence of those supported in the program and actively participate in planning for people supported and their families;
- Completing all required documentation in a timely and effective manner;
- Administering medications and documenting medication dispensing in accordance with the Agency's policies and procedures;
- Facilitating family participation in individuals' life;
- Supporting people with their budgeting, banking and purchases as may be requested or required and completing necessary Agency documentation. Being accountable and responsible for Agency monies spent, e.g. groceries, supplies, petty cash;
- Demonstrate a clear understanding to ensure implementation of all safety protocols for each person supported ensuring the health and safety of people supported, staff, visitors, and community;
Empower Simcoe is committed to a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace where everyone feels respected and valued. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation or disability. Applications are encouraged from those who reflect the diversity of our community.

**SUBMIT APPLICATION BY**_:_**

I

  • Developmental Support Worker

    4 months ago

    Orillia, Canada Empower Simcoe Full time

    Since 1953, Empower Simcoe has specialized in providing a wide range of programs and services for people and families throughout Simcoe County. We are looking for innovative, passionate, and dedicated employees. Our inclusive culture empowers all of us to Be, Belong and Thrive. If you are looking for a career where you can make a difference and feel proud of...

  • Developmental Support Worker Awake Nights

    6 months ago

    Orillia, Canada Empower Simcoe Full time

    As a well-established social services organization, Empower Simcoe is looking for innovative, passionate, and dedicated employees. Our inclusive culture empowers all of us to Be, Belong and Thrive. If you are looking for a career where you can make a difference and feel proud of the work you do everyday, you've come to the right place. Your future starts now...

  • Developmental Support Worker

    2 months ago

    Orillia, Canada Empower Simcoe Full time

    Since 1953, Empower Simcoe has specialized in providing a wide range of programs and services for people and families throughout Simcoe County. We are looking for innovative, passionate, and dedicated employees. Our inclusive culture empowers all of us to Be, Belong and Thrive. If you are looking for a career where you can make a difference and feel proud of...

  • Developmental Support Worker Awake Nights

    4 months ago

    Orillia, Canada Empower Simcoe Full time

    Since 1953, Empower Simcoe has specialized in providing a wide range of programs and services for people and families throughout Simcoe County. We are looking for innovative, passionate, and dedicated employees. Our inclusive culture empowers all of us to Be, Belong and Thrive. If you are looking for a career where you can make a difference and feel proud of...

  • Full-time Developmental Support Worker I Orillia

    2 weeks ago

    Orillia, Canada Empower Simcoe Full time

    Since 1953, Empower Simcoe has specialized in providing a wide range of programs and services for people and families throughout Simcoe County. We are looking for innovative, passionate, and dedicated employees. Our inclusive culture empowers all of us to Be, Belong and Thrive. If you are looking for a career where you can make a difference and feel proud of...

  • Full-time Developmental Support Worker I Orillia

    4 weeks ago

    Orillia, Canada Empower Simcoe Full time

    Since 1953, Empower Simcoe has specialized in providing a wide range of programs and services for people and families throughout Simcoe County. We are looking for innovative, passionate, and dedicated employees. Our inclusive culture empowers all of us to Be, Belong and Thrive. If you are looking for a career where you can make a difference and feel proud of...

  • Personal Support Worker

    2 months ago

    Orillia, Canada Iree community Agency Full time

    **Overview** Iree Community Agency offers an immediate opportunity for a versatile and highly motivated Personal Support workers. We are looking for personal support workers to assist residential and respite clients by providing staff supervision, care and developmental programming, as well as overseeing the personal care and upkeep for client in...

  • Full Time Support Worker Ii

    1 week ago

    Orillia, Canada Empower Simcoe Full time

    We are presently accepting resumes for the position of full-time** Support Worker II** **to work in our Accommodation programs (group homes). We have 1 permanent position available that is _scheduled to work awake night hours_. This position utilizes the Personal Outcomes philosophy in providing support services to meet the needs of individuals within our...

  • Personal Support Worker

    6 months ago

    Orillia, Canada Happy at Home Support Services Inc Full time

    **Happy At Home Support Services Inc is hiring a Personal Support Worker for a Tuesday to Saturday line, this is a 4 hour shift from 10:30-2:30 with a client in Port Stanton. This role could also lead to fulltime employment.** **Job Description**: As a Personal Support Worker (PSW) at Happy At Home Support Services Inc, you will be an integral part of our...

  • Direct Support Professional

    5 days ago

    Orillia, Canada Karis Disability Services Part time

    Direct Support Professional (DSP) employees work with people who experience developmental disabilities as they live in their homes and communities. This position assists people in their daily life, working with them and their connections to ensure that they can live fully in the community. Direct Support Professionals recognize people's rights to direct...

  • Housing Support Worker

    2 months ago

    Orillia, Canada The Lighthouse - Orillia Full time

    **Job Summary**:The Housing Support Workers are responsible for participant on-site case management, programming, community resources and supports, partnerships, safety, reporting and cleaning. Reporting to the Supportive Housing Director, or such other persons as required by the organization, the Housing Support Worker will support the successful transition...

  • Group Home Worker

    3 months ago

    Orillia, Canada Blossom Group Full time

    **The Blossom Group (Apple Blossom Village and Blooming Acres)** is seeking a highly skilled Group Home Worker, to be an integral part of a busy, dynamic, and growing clinical program. We provide a home for people with complex special needs. Through our therapeutic live-in programs, **we support children, youth, and adults through a range of cognitive,...

  • Support Worker

    2 days ago

    Orillia, Canada The Lighthouse - Orillia Full time

    _**Send Cover Letter and Resume addressed to Teal Wise, Housing Support Manager**_ - **Immediately hiring**_ - **Job Summary**: _ Relief Support Workers Overnight - Awake overnight casual - Clean and maintain a safe work environment - De-escalate tense situations with empathy - Provide support onsite to 20 supportive housing units with 1-2 participants per...

  • Night Sleep Support

    3 weeks ago

    Orillia, Canada Karis Disability services Full time

    Night Sleep Support provides services to the people supported by Karis Disability Services. They ensure the safety and well-being of people supported by responding to urgent needs as they arise.They seek to promote Karis Disability Services Service Principles by enhancing relationships, promoting citizenship, valuing people’s gifts, recognizing...

  • Group Home Worker

    1 month ago

    Orillia, Canada Blossom Group Full time

    **The Blossom Group (Apple Blossom Village and Blooming Acres)** is seeking a highly skilled Group Home Worker, to be an integral part of a busy, dynamic, and growing clinical program. We provide a home for people with complex special needs. Blossom Group is a CARE based organization that provides therapeutic live in programs, we support children, youth,...

  • Community Support Worker

    4 weeks ago

    Orillia, Canada Orillia Soldiers' Memorial Hospital Full time

    **Job Number**: J1224-0335 **Job Title**: Community Support Worker (CSW) - Community Mental Health Services **Department**: Community Mental Health **Job Type**: Temporary Full Time **Approximate End Date**: April 30, 2025 **Job Category**: Support Services **Open Positions**: 1 **Date Posted**: December 12, 2024 **Closing Date**: December 19,...

  • Full-time Group Home Worker

    7 months ago

    Orillia, Canada Blossom Group Full time

    **The Blossom Group (Apple Blossom Village and Blooming Acres**) is seeking a highly skilled Direct Care / Group Home Worker, to be an integral part of a busy, dynamic, and growing clinical program. We provide a home for people with complex special needs. Through our therapeutic live-in programs, we support children, youth, and adults through a range of...

  • Full-time Group Home Worker

    4 months ago

    Orillia, Canada Blossom Group Full time

    **The Blossom Group (Apple Blossom Village and Blooming Acres)** is seeking a highly skilled Group Home Worker, to be an integral part of a busy, dynamic, and growing clinical program. We provide a home for people with complex special needs. Through our therapeutic live-in programs, **we support children, youth, and adults through a range of cognitive,...

  • Shelter Worker

    2 weeks ago

    Orillia, Canada Orillia Lighthouse Full time

    **Accountability**: Able to affirm the vision, mission and beliefs of The Lighthouse by demonstrating commitment to our organization's values of trust, compassion, leadership, safety and faith with sensitivity to the issues related to poverty, homelessness, mental illness, addictions and developmental disabilities with a commitment to a discrimination-free...

  • Night Sleep Support

    7 days ago

    Orillia, Canada Karis Disability Services Full time

    Night Sleep Support provides services to the people supported by Karis Disability Services. They ensure the safety and well-being of people supported by responding to urgent needs as they arise.They seek to promote Karis Disability Services Service Principles by enhancing relationships, promoting citizenship, valuing people’s gifts, recognizing...