Developmental Support Worker

2 weeks ago

Woodstock, Canada Kinnect Support Services Full time

**Developmental Service Worker**

Location:Woodstock and Surrounding Areas

**Role Requirements**:

- Supportive residential environment for those with Autism, Developmental Delays, Mental Health or behavioral issues.
- Responsible for engaging those in the residential program as well as some day treatment programing
- Duties will include daily routines, recreation, behavioral management, and presenting life skills education.
- Daily supervision of residents.
- Maintaining routine within the residences and doing household chores including cleaning, general maintenance, and keeping the staff workspace clean.
- Ensuring clients are following prescribed medication routines (i.e. witnessing the client taking their medications, documenting where applicable).
- Complete daily logs, incident reports, medication charts and other legal documents. MUST have a solid command of the English language and the ability to effectively articulate and document is mandatory.
- Comply with all policies and procedures as established by the agency / Ministry.
- Additional responsibilities include but are not limited to driving agency vehicles, attending appointments with clients, completing household chores, adhering to Health and Safety standards.
- Must be a graduate from a recognized College with or University equivalent (In Developmental Support Services or equivalent)
- Level 1 First Aid / CPR Certificate.
- Must have valid crisis training**:CPI, Safe Management o**r **U.M.A.B. Understanding & Managing Aggressive Behaviour**:

- Working with Autism, Mental Health Behavioral, and Developmentally Delayed clients in a Group Home Setting
- Need to have or willing to get a Vulnerable Person Sector Criminal reference search.
- Must have ASD experience working with clients utilizing crisis prevention and therapeutic approaches.
- Support client(s) in personal and developmental, hygiene and overall care of clients progress and routines.

**What we are looking for**:

- Good oral and verbal communication skills - English is essential.
- **Must be Vaccinated.**:

- Deals with others in an effective, compassionate and supportive manner.
- Respects each resident as an individual and is aware of his/her need for self-respect and privacy, and the right to share in decisions about his/her care.
- Is capable of working in a team environment.
- Demonstrates effective problem solving skills.
- Positive public relation skills, including the ability to establish and maintain harmonious relations with residents and families.
- Demonstrates ability to organize workload and to respond efficiently and effectively to unexpected workload and situations.
- Demonstrates ability to operate related equipment.
- Steady shifts available but must be willing to work rotational shifts when required (7 days a week), potential for full time for the right individuals

**Job Types**: Casual, Part-time, Full-time

**Salary**: $20.00-$22.00 per hour

Ability to commute/relocate:

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

Licence/Certification:

- Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) (preferred)

Work Location: In person

  • Developmental Support Worker

    2 weeks ago

    Woodstock, Canada Kinnect Support Full time

    **Developmental Service Worker and Personal Support Worker** Location: Greater Toronto Area 1. Woodstock - Supportive residential environment for those with Autism, Developmental Delays, Mental Health or behavioral issues. - Responsible for engaging those in the residential program as well as some day treatment programing - Duties will include daily...

  • Developmental Service Worker

    6 days ago

    Woodstock, Canada Bluewater Respite Inc. Full time

    **Bluewater is growing and gaining new clients weekly in your area. Currently hiring for early mornings and weekends, some afternoons in the woodstock, Ingersoll and Thamesford areas.** We are a private small business that provides in-home supports and out of home respite care for children, youth and adults with special needs. We are currently adding...

  • Support Worker

    2 weeks ago

    Woodstock, Canada VON- Family Supports Program Full time

    **Make a lasting difference in your community.** If you want to give back to your community by sharing your time and caring for others, we have a role for you! VON Middlesex-Elgin, Family Supports Program is proud to offer Support Worker opportunities in our Special Services at Home and Passport Programs. Our Programs provide support to individuals with...

  • Residential Support Worker

    1 week ago

    Woodstock, Canada Newlife Options Full time

    NewLife Options Inc. is a community based Not for Profit agency that is dedicated to developing collaborative community partnerships in support of individuals living with developmental, cognitive, physical or mental health disabilities. NewLife Options' mission is to empower and engage our supported individuals in a community living environment that fosters...

  • Self-employed Support Worker

    2 weeks ago

    Woodstock, Canada VON- Family Supports Program Full time

    **Make a lasting difference in your community.** If you want to give back to your community by sharing your time and caring for others, we have a role for you! VON Middlesex-Elgin, Family Supports Program is proud to offer Support Worker opportunities in our Special Services at Home and Passport Programs. Our Programs provide support to individuals with...

  • Self-employed Support Worker

    3 days ago

    Woodstock, Canada VON- Family Supports Program Full time

    **Make a lasting difference in your community.** If you want to give back to your community by sharing your time and caring for others, we have a role for you! VON Middlesex-Elgin, Family Supports Program is proud to offer Support Worker opportunities in our Special Services at Home and Passport Programs. Our Programs provide support to individuals with...

  • Self-employed Support Worker

    2 weeks ago

    Woodstock, Canada VON- Family Supports Program Full time

    **Make a lasting difference in your community.** If you want to give back to your community by sharing your time and caring for others, we have a role for you! VON Middlesex-Elgin, Family Supports Program is proud to offer Support Worker opportunities in our Special Services at Home and Passport Programs. Our Programs provide support to individuals with...

  • Self-employed Support Worker

    3 days ago

    Woodstock, Canada VON- Family Supports Program Full time

    **Make a lasting difference in your community.** If you want to give back to your community by sharing your time and caring for others, we have a role for you! VON Middlesex-Elgin, Family Supports Program is proud to offer Support Worker opportunities in our Special Services at Home and Passport Programs. Our Programs provide support to individuals with...

  • Behaviour Support Worker

    2 weeks ago

    Woodstock, Canada AO Employment Solution Inc Full time

    **URGENTLY HIRING** **A&O Care Solutions Inc.** offers vulnerable members of the community a variety of supports. Our main objective is to celebrate individuality and assist people in their daily lives by offering them direct, practical support. At A&O Care Solutions, we promote independence by helping children, youth and adults reach their full potential...

  • Relief Support

    6 days ago

    Woodstock, Canada Christian Horizons (CA) Full time

    **Responsibilities**: - Relief Support employees build communities that value the contributions of people who experience developmental disabilities. - They assist with activities of daily living, working collaboratively with families, advocates, friends, and community partners in order to promote full citizenship and enhance relationships. - Recognizing...