Community Participation Worker

2 weeks ago

Thunder Bay, Canada OPTIONS NORTHWEST Full time

Under the direction of the person being supported and/or their personal support circle, with accountability to an agency Supervisor, the Community Participation Worker is responsible to provide support in a respectful, non-judgmental manner to develop a person-directed plan and/or to achieve outcomes which are outlined in a person-directed plan or to provide caregiver respite. Provision of services shall include assisting the individual with all aspects of support related to the achievement of their goals/desired outcomes and/or the provision of respite services, based on individual need. Provision of all services and support will promote independence and community participation to the greatest extent possible.

**Qualifications and Experience**:

- Possess a completed post secondary education in the Human Services field and/or an appropriate combination of education/experience/training
- knowledge of developmental disabilities and a broad knowledge of and ability to access community resources that help to promote and develop independence, social and life skills
- Previous experience supporting persons with developmental disabilities with activities of daily living and to achieve individual personal outcomes is required
- experience supporting individuals with an additional mental health diagnosis is considered a strong asset
- Effective interpersonal skills, verbal and written communication skills along with demonstrated problem solving and analytical ability will be necessary to meet job expectations
- Ability to respond effectively in crisis/emergency situations
- A strong belief in the individual having a fundamental right to make decisions
- Current certificate in Non-Violent Crisis Intervention & First Aid, including CPR training
- Demonstrated commitment to ongoing education/learning in the field of developmental disabilities
- Ability to work flexible hours
- Valid driver’s license is required and use of own vehicle may be required
- A current police records check (vulnerable sector) is a requirement, upon a conditional offer of employment

OPTIONS NORTHWEST is committed to providing accommodations, on request throughout the interview and employment process, and if accommodation is required, we will work with applicants to meet their needs.

**Human Resources**

**OPTIONS NORTHWEST**

**95 North Cumberland street**

**Thunder Bay, ON P7A 4M1**

**PHONE: (807) 344-4994 Fax: (807) 346-5811**

We wish to thank all applicants who apply; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

**Job Type**: Casual

**Salary**: From $24.22 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Employee assistance program
- On-site parking

Schedule:

- On call

**Education**:

- DCS / DEC (preferred)

**Experience**:

- social services: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- First Aid Certification (required)

Ability to Commute:

- Thunder Bay, ON P7A 4M1 (required)

Ability to Relocate:

- Thunder Bay, ON P7A 4M1: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person

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