Direct Support Professional-day Program

**ABOUT US**

Turning Leaf is a non-profit, charitable organization that provides person-centered, crisis and treatment services to low and high-risk vulnerable and marginalized individuals living with mental illness and intellectual challenge in our community.

Turning Leaf’s support is customized to every individual’s needs and risk level. We offer crisis-intervention and treatment services, community support, day program services, residential support (including emergency housing, 24-hour homes, cluster housing, and home share), a harm reduction program, clinical services, indigenous services and more.

**WHO WE SUPPORT**

The participants of our programs are often deeply impacted by their circumstances which can become barriers to living safely and independently in the community. Trauma, homelessness, poverty, addictions, discrimination, sexual exploitation, societal stigmas, and lack of access to resources are some of the barriers our participants face every day.

**MAKE AN IMPACT**

Being a part of the Turning Leaf family means you will have the opportunity to make a direct and positive impact on people’s lives every day. The work is challenging in all the best ways and deeply rewarding. Many of our employees say they have found their life’s purpose while working here.

Turning Leaf Support Services provides ongoing, meaningful training to ensure we remain an industry leader, that our employees have the skills and confidence to be successful in their careers, and so our participants receive the best possible support services to help them live the life they imagine for themselves.
- **New Hire Incentive Program: Full/Part
- Time new hires will receive a $200 bonus after six months of employment.**_

**DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL (DAY PROGRAM) JOB SUMMARY**

Direct Support Professional are responsible to provide our services to the Day Program participants. Direct Support Professional will report to and work closely with the Clinical Case Manager to observe, plan and implement activities to facilitate learning and development in daily living, social and life skills.

Direct Support Professional will also assist and work with the Day Program Volunteers through scheduling and support to ensure the smooth running of the program.

**ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS**
- Cover letter and updated resume
- 18 years of age or older
- Available Monday to Friday 32-40 hours p/week (Full time)
- Available Monday to Friday anytime 15+ hours p/week (Part time)
- Clear Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Check (no older than three months)
- Healthcare Aid Certificate is considered an asset
- Valid Standard First Aid / CPR Certification
- Minimum of one-year experience in a Day Program or community setting
- Valid Class 5 driver's license with access to a reliable vehicle is required
- Completion of a Post-Secondary Education in Human Services (Certificate, Diploma or Degree) is considered an asset
- Three employment references

**QUALITIES AND QUALIFICATIONS**

Turning Leaf Support Workers must possess the capacity to be aware of and control one’s own emotions. Moreover, Direct Support Professionals must be able to handle interpersonal relationships judiciously, empathetically, and professionally while executing their responsibilities and providing Turning Leaf’s person-centered supports.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Conflict resolution skills
- Organizational and planning skills with related decision-making abilities
- Strong interpersonal skills and an ability to work effectively as part of the team
- Experience in nutrition, menu planning, meal preparation, and daily

hygiene care
- Able to treat each participant with dignity and respect

**SUMMARY OF JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES**
- To demonstrate the fundamental principles of the agency when engaging the member in daily activities.
- Provide direct, in person supervision to members of the Day Service in the manner as prescribed by the Clinical Case Manager.
- To identify and directly intervene around behaviors of risk, as personal safety allows. Report risk behaviors to appropriate entity (e.g., police, Manager, etc.).
- Responsible for the completion of a time log of member activities and whereabouts. This is to be maintained on an ongoing basis throughout the course of time a worker is on duty.
- Other duties as assigned.

**DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL (DAY PROGRAM) BENEFITS**
- Health Benefits (Full-time & Part time employees)
- GRRSP Program (optional)
- Paid Wellness Time (Full-time employees)
- Bereavement and Compassionate Care Time
- Mileage Reimbursement (when applicable)
- Employee Assistance Program (EFAP)
- Paid training (First Aid/CPR, DPVS, PART, CPP & SP etc.)
- Turning Leaf Services is an equal opportunity employer that pledges to uphold a workplace culture of inclusion, diversity, compassion, and respect. Turning Leaf offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits and is committed to cultivating an environment where wo