Community Support Worker - Ryerson

Our dedicated team at Participation Lodge Grey-Bruce is committed to helping individuals with complex needs achieve a true “quality of life” which goes well beyond the basic needs of personal care. Clients are seen as individuals, each with their own physical and emotional needs. We have an amazing group of staff providing support for our clients and their choices, throughout our various programs and locations across the Grey-Bruce region.

This position is for 2 supported individuals 1:1 support team for community-based clients located in Owen Sound. We are looking for 2 temporary part-time Support Worker to join our amazing team!

Joining the program requires the successful applicant to be willing to work as a team and able to work both day and night shifts, consisting primarily of 12-hour shifts.

The Ideal Candidate will possess:

• Training in Acquired brain Injuries, behavioural interventions, mental health, and/or other health services.
• Experience working with clients with physical and/or developmental disabilities, and those requiring high behavioual supports.
• DSW training is preferred, but we are happy to consider all applicants experienced with complex needs and behaviour management
• Preference will be given to applicants with Autism Support experience
• All employees must be able to diligently follow a Behavioural Support Plan in order to ensure client success, and be able to work as a partner with the client’s family advocates
• Clear criminal background check and valid CPR/First Aid certification
• Valid G drivers license with clean 3-year abstract (we will obtain upon hire)
• Proof of vaccination against Covid-19 is required, consideration for those with medical exception
• The ability to work independently and excellent communication skills to collaborate with the rest of the support team

This role offers:

• Scheduling flexibility, depending on your availability, up to 80 hours bi-weekly.
• 4-week master schedule rotation so you always know your schedule, for part-time and full-time positions
• An opportunity to develop a robust set of personal support skills
• Part-time and full-time positions accumulate sick credits for paid sick leave
• C.L.A.C. Pension with organization contributions after 6 months of employment - for full time and part time positions

You will:

• Support the person in accessing and participating in the community.
• Support the person in daily activities such as shopping, cleaning preparing for appointments and outings,
• Support the person with personal care and hygiene needs.
• Assist the person in developing new skills including daily living skills, communication skills and social interaction skills.
• Facilitate self-advocacy and empowerment.
• Support the individual access and maintain work, or other experiences.

You will: Learn to develop person-centred working relationships with Supported Individual and their family in their daily lives through:

• taking personal responsibility for learning about the Supported Individual (SI)
• listening to the SI and working with the Substitute Decision Maker (SDM) in planning and day to day decisions
• reflecting on own practice to continuously develop knowledge and skills.
• Assisting the SI to develop and maintain a high standard of personal hygiene and appearance.
• Supporting SI to make appropriate choices regarding their nutritional needs.
• Administering medication as directed, in accordance with SI needs and taking full account of the Medication Policy and Procedures
• Actively encouraging and supporting leisure and meaningful activities both inside and outside of the home, in accordance with SI interests, choices and needs.
• Adhering to all safeguarding requirements and any procedures aimed at the protection of SI and staff.

Our 1:1 support systems give us the time and opportunity to truly focus on individual goals and development that will improve quality of life for our client. If you are passionate about assisting individuals expand their skills and increase their involvement in the local community, we would love to hear from you!

PLGB is committed to Employment Equity, welcomes diversity in the workplace and encourages applications from all qualified individuals including women, members of visible minorities, indigenous persons and persons with disabilities. We are committed to recognizing the dignity and independence of all and seeks to ensure that persons with disabilities have genuine, open and unhindered access to the agency’s employment opportunities. If you require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please let us know when you submit your application or at any point during the recruitment process.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent, Casual

Salary: $27.16-$28.15 per hour

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company pension
• Employee assistance program

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Day shift
• Night shift
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Supplemental pay types:

• Overtime pay

Application question(s):

• Will you be able to submit proof of vaccination against Covid-19?
• Do you have any concerns about your current Driver's Abstract record?
• Please provide an email with which we may contact you.

Licence/Certification:

• Class G Licence (required)
• DSW/PSW diploma (required)

Work Location: In person