Support Worker

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals with special needs? Georgian Bay Residential Centre is seeking dedicated and compassionate Support Workers to join our team In this rewarding role, you’ll play a vital part in enhancing the quality of life for individuals diagnosed with special needs by providing day-to-day support, promoting personal fulfillment, and helping them achieve their goals.

Position: Support Worker

Location: Georgian Bay Residential Centre

**Salary**: $20.50 per hour + $3 per hour enhancement pay

, Permanent, Days

**As a Support Worker, your responsibilities will include**:
Provide Support: Assist individuals in achieving their goals, developing life skills, and participating in social and recreational activities.

Ensure Health and Safety: Maximize the health, safety, and well-being of the individuals you support, including administering medications and maintaining a clean and safe environment.

Community Engagement: Plan, transport, and accompany individuals on community outings, ensuring they have the opportunity to engage with their community.

Emotional Support: Offer emotional guidance and support to individuals, promoting their dignity and self-respect.

Meal Preparation: Help with meal planning, grocery shopping, and food preparation to ensure healthy, balanced meals.

Crisis Management: Respond effectively to emergency situations and assist with behavioural and crisis protocols as needed.

Documentation: Ensure accurate and timely completion of required documentation, including health records and progress tracking.

Collaboration: Work closely with an interdisciplinary team to support individuals in achieving their personal outcomes and living their best life.

**Who You Are**:
You’re someone who is caring, empathetic, and dedicated to improving the lives of others. You also:
Hold a Human Services Diploma (e.g. Social Service Worker, Developmental Services Worker, Child and Youth Worker) with 1+ year of experience OR have 3 years of related experience in supporting individuals with special needs.

Have current First Aid and CPR certification.

Are familiar with crisis intervention and safe management techniques (asset).

Can build strong relationships and work collaboratively as part of a team.

Are organized, flexible, and able to work independently as needed.

Have a working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Outlook, and are comfortable using technology for documentation.

Have the ability to manage crisis situations calmly and effectively.

Are entitled to work in Canada.

**Why Work with Us?**

Comprehensive Benefits: Including dental, vision, disability insurance, and extended healthcare. We also offer quarterly attendance bonuses.

On-Site Perks: Free meals, on-site parking, and a casual dress code.

Career Growth: We prioritize internal promotions and provide ongoing opportunities for education, skill development, and career advancement.

Work-Life Balance: Enjoy paid time off and a supportive work environment.

Schedule:

- 12-hour shifts, two-week rotation from 9am - 9pm
- Week one: Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
- Week two: Wednesday, Thursday
- Day shift
- Holidays
- Overtime as required
- Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

- Bonus pay - attendance bonus
- Overtime pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

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

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

Pay: $20.50-$23.50 per hour

Expected hours: 44 per week

Additional pay:

- Bonus pay
- Overtime pay

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Discounted or free food
- Flexible schedule
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision care

Flexible language requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- 12 hour shift
- Day shift
- Holidays
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed

Ability to commute/relocate:

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

Application question(s):

- Do you have any personal or professional connections with the individuals we currently support in our program?

**Experience**:

- Working with persons with developmental disabilities: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

- First Aid Certification (preferred)
- CPR Certification (preferred)
- Class G Licence (preferred)

Work Location: In person