Full-time Direct Support Professional

2 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 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. Autism and Behavioural Science educational background is considered an asset.
- Additional training and practical experience in assisting the assessment, implementation, and evaluation of interventions for persons who have an intellectual disability and are experiencing emotional, behavioural, and medical complexities.
- Minimum one year direct experience
- A comprehensive understanding and demonstration of Core Competencies and person-centered 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) and behavioural support, including crisis response, as required.
- 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.
- Ability to speak and understand Turkish is an asset.

**Schedule**: Sunday-Thursday 3-11pm, 4pm-midnight, 2:30-10:30pm
**Start Date**: ASAP
**Rate of Pay**: $25.39 - $27.72 (includes wage enhancement)

**ATTN: Kassie Harvey, Manager of Inclusive Living**
C/O 99 Ottawa Street South
Kitchener, ON. N2G 3S8

**Job ID: 221120107

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