Developmental Support Worker

Job description
- **Marsh Hill Homes supports Transitional Aged Youth and Adults with Intellectual Disabilities, Complex Special Needs and a range of Neurodevelopmental Disorders. Due to our unique and purpose-built environment we support individuals who may be hard to place in most community support settings.**

Marsh Hill Homes is seeking FULL TIME - Direct Service Professionals (DSP 1) to join our growing team.

Looking for Developmental Service Workers to join our team

Become part of a high performing and meaningful workplace that prioritizes the well-being of the people we support and the incredible staff that care for them. Marsh Hill Homes provides a supportive and collaborative community of professionals that deliver residential and day services for those living with complex special needs.

Job Location**:Port Perry Programs**- Durham Region North

Position Status: Full Time hours and Part Time
- Predictable Schedule - _Days, Evenings and occasional Weekends_ as well as Part Time positions.

Hours of work: 8 or 10hours shifts depending on schedule.

Rate of Pay**:FULL TIME $29** ($3hr Wage Enhancement included-three month probationary period $27 ) and **PART TIME $24** ($3hr Wage Enhancement included)

Support and Training: Training and ongoing support provided in:

- Registered Behaviour Technician certification - internal training program
- UMAB - Understanding and Managing Aggressive Behaviour
- Quality Assurance Measures Training
- Medication Handling and Distribution
- Positive Behavioural Support Training

Why Join our Team?

MHH provides a genuinely caring and compassionate workplace where everyone takes pride in the services we deliver, something meaningful happens on daily basis for those involved with the School House.

We offer extremely competitive wages that will increase at regular intervals and high performing staff are regularly acknowledged and rewarded.

For our Full Time Staff we offer:

- 8 days paid sick days per year
- Comprehensive group benefits package
- 3 weeks paid vacation time per year
- Employer paid training and educational opportunities

We provide a variety of options for educational opportunities, advancement, ongoing training and mentorship as well as exposure to a high-quality work culture.

About the Role:
DSP’s take the lead in the direct care of individuals supported by MHH. Staff are provided with the resources, support and guidance to ensure care is of the highest standard and creates meaningful interactions and experiences for staff and those we support.

In this role DSP’s will:

- Provided primary care and supervision to individuals supported by MHH.
- Support individuals with activities of daily living as required or directed.
- Provide support and coaching to individuals in the areas of social skills, communication and preferred recreational activities.
- Contribute solutions to barriers that may impact the quality of life of individuals we support and ensure individuals goals are met.
- Follow Behavioral Support Plans, Crisis Support Protocols as documented and directed.
- Administer Medication as required and trained.
- Develop and maintain positive relationships with individuals supported their family, and care team.

Qualifications:

- Completion of a Human Services Diploma from a Community College and 1 year of related experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities.
- We will consider completion of OSS diploma and 5 years of related experience.
- Solid understanding of Developmental Disabilities, Autism Spectrum Disorder and additional complex needs.
- Strong interpersonal skills and a caring approach to working with adults with a developmental disability.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Experience supporting individuals with daily care requirements, behaviour support plans and individual support plans.
- Ability and interest to be a positive member of a dynamic team.
- Must have the ability to physically support young adults and adults with complex needs.
- Ability to complete and perform Crisis Intervention training (UMAB) - training provided as part of employment.
- Understanding of Quality Assurance Measures an asset, training provided.
- Valid driver’s License with a G.
- Valid CPR and First Aid Certification.
- Successful completion of a VSS police check.
- Medical clearance in accordance with MHHCL policy on pre-employment medicals.

What you can expect from us:
MHH takes great pride in creating positive workplaces that provide ongoing support and coaching to ensure staff are fully equipped to succeed and grow within our organization. We work to ensure we are leaders in providing compensation and benefits for our staff that recognizes the value and skills they bring to our programs. MHH is looking for compassionate, empathetic, and motivated professionals that are seeking to spend their workday in a positive and meaningful place.

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

Pay: From $29.00 per hour

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