Direct Support Worker

**Are you looking for a career that has meaning? Come Work for Us**

Community Living Cambridge is a local not-for-profit organization that employs more than 300 staff and supports hundreds of adults with developmental disabilities. In Cambridge there are 24 group homes with supported living, work, volunteering, recreational, and adult development programs.

Community Living Cambridge has aspired to the mission of creating opportunities to support people with disabilities to realize their citizenship and aspirations.

**Here's What You Can Look Forward to**:

- A competitive starting rate that increases after you finish your probation and orientation
- The chance to have a positive impact working with adults with developmental disabilities
- Developing relationships and helping people achieve their hopes and dreams.
- Professional/personal growth

**Responsibilities and Duties**
- Assist person(s) with activities of daily living. This includes: feeding, lifts and transfers, bathing, skin care, oral hygiene, and toileting
- Provide personal assistance using a cane, walker, or during transfer.
- Continuously observe person(s) and their environments. Must report and document unsafe conditions and behavioral, physical, and / or cognitive changes to an appropriate supervisor
- Uphold Inclusion, Respect, Innovation, and Accountability to the individuals we support
- Advocate for the rights of citizens with developmental disabilities
- Support individuals to identify, work towards and achieve their dreams and personal outcomes
- Participate in all activities of daily living (i.e. cleaning, cooking, medication dispensing, personal care, as well as potential lifts and transfers) Some lifting may be required.
- Complete all required documentation accurately and timely
- Demonstrate a person centered philosophy and commitment to CLC’s mission.

**Qualification**
- A Developmental Services Diploma or a university degree in Psychology, Sociology or a related field
- Experience working with individuals who have dual diagnosis, autism, behavioral challenges and mental illness
- Previous experience working with people who have medical, behavioral, and personal care support will be an asset.
- Assist in implementing personal support plans and behavioral support plans
- Strong mediation, conflict resolution and decision making skills
- Strong listening, observation and communication skills;
- Demonstrated ability to manage crisis situations
- Carry out program requirements and other duties as assigned.

**Requirements**:

- Must be 18 years of age
- Must hold a valid G2 or G driver’s license
- Provide a vulnerable sector check
- Provide proof of Covid-19 vaccination

**Hours and Shifts**
- Weekday and Weekend availability required
- Overnight awake position

**Salary**
- Starting at $18/hr

**_Community Living Cambridge is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environments. If you are contacted for a job opportunity, please let us know of any accommodations needed to ensure you have access to a fair and equitable process. Any information received relating to accommodation will be kept confidential_**

**Salary**: From $18.00 per hour

Additional pay:

- Overtime pay

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- RRSP match
- Vision care

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Night shift

COVID-19 considerations:
Community Living Cambridge follows all Public Health and Ministry guidelines for Covid-19.

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Cambridge, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Experience**:

- Personal care: 2 years (preferred)

Shift availability:

- Night Shift (required)