Full-time Direct Support Professional

3 days ago

Kitchener, Canada KW Habilitation Full time

KW Habilitation is a local not-for-profit organization that provides a wide range of individualized services and supports to children with any special need and adults with developmental disabilities. We support individuals to live a fulfilling life which is fostered through preschool and early learning supports, respite services, residential services, community participation and employment supports. Our Vision Statement guides our work: “A community where everyone belongs and participates”

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**DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL (FULL-TIME)**
**LOCATION: Kitchener, ON**:
We are looking for an experienced Direct Support Professional to join our team and support people in their community. Specific duties for this role include: providing respectful and supportive care, promoting people’s skills and abilities, providing the opportunity and education for growth and development, honouring personal choice and informed decision
- making, and implementing individualized routines and plans with attainable outcomes. Successful applicants will demonstrate a strong commitment to person directed support and the vision of KW Habilitation.

**Requirements**:

- College diploma (2 years), Developmental Service Worker (DSW) Apprenticeship Certificate, and/or University degree in Human Services.
- Minimum one year direct experience
- A comprehensive understanding and demonstration of Core Competencies and person-directed support and planning concepts
- Ability to implement positive approaches for any demeanor, work as an integral part of the team, and be an effective interpersonal communicator
- You must believe in an inclusive community, fostering independence, and advocating for others to have their own voice
- Able to provide physical (e.g., lifting, transfers)
- Able to demonstrate initiative, resilience, collaboration, creative problem-solving and decision-making
- A valid G or G2 driver’s licence, current First Aid, SMG, NVCI, and computer skills are also essential
- Fully vaccinated for COVID-19

**Schedule**: Rotating afternoon/evenings and every 3rd weekend.
**Start Date**: Immediately
**Rate of Pay**:$24.23 - $26.59 (includes wage enhancement)

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