Primary Direct Support, Temporary Full-time

**PRIMARY DIRECT SUPPORT**:

- Contract _Full-time (18 months)_
- Aldaview Services, Tri-County Mennonite Homes_
- New Hamburg, ON_

**About Aldaview Services**:
Aldaview Services supports adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities, empowering its clients to be self-sufficient and nurturing self-determination. Aldaview Services promotes a positive workplace culture where employees can participate in professional development and enhance their skills.

Aldaview Services is organized to provide facilitation and support for persons with intellectual/developmental disabilities. Our services and activities are geared to promote community involvement and participation at the level desired by the individual. We seek to promote daily involvement within the community, including opportunities for physical and emotional wellness, social and spiritual growth, and leisure and recreational activities.

**WAGE**:$26.24 to $29.95

**About the Position**:
The Primary Direct Support provides leadership to a team of Direct support professionals, overseeing the caseload for clients participating in a specific program area and reports to the program Manager. They provide direct support to clients and liaise with families and community partners.
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**QUALIFICATIONS**
- Post-secondary degree/or a two-year diploma program, preferably in the Social Services field, with a preference to DSW, or enrolled in a related college or university program.
- Minimum of two years' related experience working with individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities in a residential and community setting
- CPR, First Aid, NVCI
- Must have an ‘G' class license
- Experience supporting individuals with Dual Diagnosis, Mental Health & Addictions would be an asset.

**KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES**
- Experience providing leadership to a staff team and demonstrated working knowledge of individuals with diverse physical and mental health needs in a residential or community setting
- Well developed verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to communicate respectfully, openly and honestly.
- Ability to advocate for others
- A creative problem solver
- Ability to provide strong leadership to a team and promote a positive work environment

**About Tri-County Mennonite Homes**

**WHAT WE OFFER**:

- Full-time, part-time opportunities
- Pension plan
- Supports worker enrollment in the DSW apprenticeship
- Health and dental benefits
- Short-term disability
- Life insurance
- Paid orientation
- Training opportunities and career development
- Employee appreciation lunches and events
- Employee Assistance Program
- A quality work life committee.
- Tuition support programs
- A positive and supportive working environment
- Opportunities for advancement within the agency

TCMH is dedicated to keep our residents and staff safe and improve the quality of life for our residents. Vaccinations are safe, highly effective and significantly reduce the risk of serious illness and hospitalization.

Therefore we require all new hires to provide proof of at minimum first and second vaccination by onboarding date and to comply with TCMH Covid vaccination policies as they are amended to reflect the latest available information.”

Tri-County Mennonite Homes is a leader in providing services to seniors and intellectually/developmentally disabled individuals. With dedicated staff and volunteers, we operate three divisions: Greenwood Court, Nithview Community, and Aldaview Services. Our mission is **_“Making Every Day Matter”._**
- Tri-County Mennonite Homes is pleased to accommodate individual needs in accordance with the Accessibility of Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA), within our recruitment process. If you require accommodation at any time throughout the recruitment process, please speak with our Human Resources Consultant._