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Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada Niagara Support Services and Niagara Training & Employment Agency Full time $35,000 - $87,000 per year

JOB POSTING: RESPITE WORKER (CHILDREN'S PROGRAM)

Organization Overview

NTEC is a non-profit organization that provides services to people living with a disability. We focus on providing vital services to individuals living with disabilities. From competitive employment opportunities to community-supported volunteering and enriching educational programs, we're dedicated to fostering inclusivity and empowerment. The children's respite regional program aims to create a positive impact from an early age.

Position Summary

The Support Worker provides assistance to individuals so they can maintain a quality of life based on their needs while ensuring overall care, health, welfare, safety and happiness of every child being supported.

Location:

Niagara Falls, ON

Rate of Pay (CAD):

24.20/hour

Department:

Regional Respite Program

Position Type:

Replacement

Accountability

This position reports directly to the Supervisor, Children's Services

Hours of Work: Shift work and weekends are required

Corporate Responsibilities

  • Fosters positive and constructive interpersonal relationships with the Board of Directors, staff, volunteers, and clients, visitors, outside agencies, government officials and related professional associations.
  • Maintains and adheres to all relevant legislation.
  • Maintains and adheres to organizational policies and procedures.
  • Abides by all Occupational Health and Safety Policies.
  • Demonstrates practices which are consistent with the guiding principles of the Agency

Job Responsibilities

Supports to Individuals

  • Supervise and support the individuals in such areas as recreation and leisure activities.
  • Supervises and supports individuals in the development of life and social skills, such as personal hygiene, nutrition, outings, etc., as they may require.
  • Provides emotional support for each individual as needed.
  • Administers medication and ensures proper storage of medication to ensure safety.
  • Tasks may include general household cleaning and minor home maintenance.
  • Preparation of nutritious meals, as according to Canada's Food Guide.

Administration and Finance

  • Writes reports or assists with assessments, including data collection.
  • Ensures information is handled in compliance with confidentiality guidelines of the agency and the Ministry of Community and Social Services.
  • May be responsible for arranging funds for outings and handling petty cash.

Training and Professional Development

  • Updates skills regularly as required.
  • Attends conferences, trainings, and staff meetings as required.

Health & Safety

  • Follow agency policies, rules and regulations regarding health and safety, housekeeping, safety, security, and equipment.
  • Immediately report any workplace accidents/incidents to the supervisor/designate and complete the required paperwork.
  • Immediately report any problems or hazards and/or unsafe work conditions.
  • Personally conduct yourself in a manner that promotes safe conditions and actions.

Qualifications

  • Related college diploma (DSS or DSW, EA-SNS, Social Service Worker, Child & Youth Worker) or post-secondary equivalent.
  • Minimum of six (6) months experience working with children with special needs.
  • Behavior management training an asset.
  • Good oral and written communication skills.
  • Demonstrated problem-solving skills.
  • Knowledge of both official languages an asset.
  • Current Standard First Aid Certification and CPR (or willingness to obtain).
  • Current Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Training - NVCI (or willingness to obtain).
  • Valid class G driver's license (willing to use own vehicle).
  • Proven ability to work as a team member, as well as independently.
  • Satisfactory Criminal Reference Check and Vulnerable Persons Screening Check.

Application

At NTEC, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live and serve. NTEC is committed to providing accommodation in all parts of the hiring process. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.