Direct Support Professional

**Are you an experienced support worker looking for a position in Prince Edward County? Interested in a permanent role with a growing non-profit? Want to champion inclusion every day? Contact us now.**

**We’re Community Living Prince Edward and since 1965 we’ve championed inclusion here in the County. In the role of Direct Support Professional - Full Time Residential you’ll work a combination of day and night shifts. If you want to join a talented team, we’d like to hear from you.**

This position is an integral part of a team that’s dedicated to supporting people who are participating in our transitional housing model. In this role, you’ll support people with an intellectual disability to develop independent living skills that will lead them to transition to a more independent housing model that’s based on their unique preferences and needs. During each shift, you will enhance the quality of life for people we support by fostering their community connections, personal relationships and personal goal attainments.

**About You**
Well-known as a successful collaborator, you are a graduate of a relevant Human Services degree or diploma program. You can demonstrate your understanding of provincial accreditation bodies that promote ongoing quality of service. In addition, an understanding of MCCSS compliance and expectations around compliance standards would be considered an asset.

As well, you have experience writing plans of support and supporting people with developing their individual plans of support. Using a holistic approach, you are experienced in supporting people to manage their overall and specific health support needs.

**Compensation**
- Entry $29.99/hour
- Access to the Group Benefits Plan and a Group RRSP Plan

**Hours**
- 64 hours over two (2) weeks (note: when required, may be scheduled up to 40 hours per week)
- This position requires the incumbent to primarily work two 12 shifts on the weekend and an additional 8 hours throughout the week.
- Days of work will vary based on service needs.

**Your Responsibilities**:

- Facilitating Person Directed Planning and supporting people to develop strategies that lead to the attainment of individual goals.
- Using tools to support people to develop personal goals leading to increased independence.
- Developing teaching tools that lead to increased independence and skills.
- Using technology to promote independence, increase communication and autonomy.
- Creative problem solving and decision making.
- Acting as an ambassador for inclusion and supporting people to participate fully in their community, build meaningful connections and take on valued social roles.
- Facilitating and actively supporting people to connect to services and community resources based on personal preference and needs**.**:

- Advocating for the people you support.
- Communicating effectively with families, community partners and community members.
- Supporting people who are transitioning from their family home to their own home within Community Living Prince Edward as a stepping stone to living independently.
- Assisting with and maintain administrative tasks as required by the both the people we serve and assigned duties in keeping with the policies/procedures and practices of the organization.
- Assisting with household maintenance tasks as outlined policies/procedures and practices of the organization.
- Bringing to life our values, vision and mission**:Dedicated to supporting people with intellectual disabilities and their families to explore possibilities, pursue opportunities, make choices, and live the life they choose.**

**Who we’re looking for**:

- Graduate of a Direct Support Worker (DSW), Social Service Worker (SSW), (BST), Justice Worker or other relevant Human Services degree/diploma
- Current CPR & First Aid and CPI Certificates
- Applied Medications Certificate or completed training deemed equivalent by the employer
- Valid Full G Drivers Licence & access to a reliable vehicle
- Clear Vulnerable Persons Sector Check
- Ability to demonstrate consistent attendance at work
- Demonstrated ability to take initiative be innovative and think outside-the-box.
- Able to present confirmation documentation of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (2 doses)
- Ability to communicate with people both internal and external to the organization.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

If you are interested in inspiring possibilities, share in the values and beliefs of the Community Living movement, and are looking for permanent role that can lead to a long-term career, then please forward your detailed resume and cover letter, by no later than **February 7, 2025** outlining how your skills and experiences match the identified qualifications, duties and responsibilities to:
Note that our mailing address is Community Living Prince Edward, 67 King Street Unit #1, Picton, ON K0K 2T0.
- We would like to thank all applicants, h