Direct Support Professional
2 weeks ago
APPLICATION DIRECTIONS: Please email your resume along with a cover letter to: (Your email will bounce on the firewall but will be received).
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DESCRIPTION
As a leader in the field of Developmental Services, Woodstock and District Developmental Services (WDDS) has experienced continuous growth and is currently recruiting Summer Students to work as Direct Support Professionals assisting people with developmental disabilities to find a satisfying and purposeful place in their community by enhancing their quality of life and promoting personal growth.
WDDS provides exciting employment, advancement and leadership development opportunities. As a Summer Student, you will begin your orientation once you have completed your semester and will have the opportunity to work in Group Living, Supported Independent Living and Day Services. If you don't have much experience, don't worry, we offer extensive training. The good news is that your employment will not end there. If you attend a local school, you would be able to work weekends and holidays. If this is not possible for you, we only ask that you work the Christmas/New Year's break and commit to returning to WDDS in April or at the end of your semester.
If you want a summer job that truly makes a difference in the lives of people with developmental disabilities, then WDDS is the place for you
REQUIREMENTS: To be considered for a Direct Support Professional position at WDDS you must have:
- Minimum Grade 12 and currently enrolled in Post-Secondary education. Related experience supporting people with developmental disabilities would be an asset
- Valid Canadian Driver's License with a clean Driver's Abstract
- Current Police Check including Vulnerable Screening
- Valid CPR Emergency First Aid Certificate
- Ability to provide personal care and/or work with people with challenging behaviours
- Flexibility in working hours to accommodate support requirements. This will include working days, afternoons, evenings, nights, weekends and public holidays.
- Received both vaccinations against COVID-19 and continue to stay fully vaccinated (boosters etc.) in order to be hired and retain your employment with WDDS.
BENEFITS
- Competitive Salary
- Public Holiday Pay 4%
- Employer-paid orientation/training
- Employee Assistance Program
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
WDDS is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veterans' status, Aboriginal/Native American status or any other legally-protected factors. Disability-related accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. WDDS offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment processes. If you are contacted by WDDS regarding a job opportunity, please advise prior to the interview if you require accommodation.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: From $24.80 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Employee assistance program
- On-site parking
- Wellness program
Work Location: In person
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