Respite Support Worker

Community Living-Central Huron is recruiting applicants from the Developmental or Human Services fields who are looking for a rewarding career supporting individuals with developmental disabilities. We invite you to join us on our mission of assisting and supporting people to achieve their goals, vision, dreams and to participate in the community through the promotion of social inclusion.

The purpose of this position is to provide individualized support by enabling people to participate in their community, while their parent/caregiver is receiving respite. The Respite Support Worker’s role will be to provide information to the individual to make informed choice; provide opportunities to learn; and work with the individual and parent/caregiver to create a Person-Directed Plan, in support of the achievement of personal goals. This position will also assist individuals with any necessary medication administration and personal care support, as required.

Requirements/Qualifications:

• Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent and a minimum 1-year experience in the Human Services field or Post Secondary School Diploma in a related field and a minimum of 6 months’ experience.
• Computer experience (Microsoft Office, Nucleus).
• Experience supporting people in community setting a definite asset.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Up-to-date certificates in First Aid, C.P.R., C.P.I. and WHMIS.
• Valid Ontario Driver's License, Class G, with access to and use of a reliable vehicle and Third-Party Liability Insurance in the amount of two million dollars.
• Meet the requirements contained within Article 12.06 of the Collective Agreement.
• Possess an understanding of the Agency's Vision, Mission, Service and Guiding Principles.

Duties:

• Demonstrate a commitment to Community Living’s vision, mission, and values.
• Provide support for individuals to achieve goals and dreams, through the development of Individual Support Plans, while the caregiver/parent is receiving respite.
• Be aware of community resources, activities, and opportunities that promote the social inclusion of people supported.
• Support individuals to participate in the community; including educational, recreational, and religious activities.
• Assist individuals with personal care as required; including medication administration, skin care and personal hygiene.
• Assist with the development and maintenance of social and personal relationships.
• Provide information to individuals to support the development of informed decision-making skills.
• Facilitate the development of social networks for people, promoting the involvement of family, community groups, friends, employers, and others in the community.
• Complete computerized documentation, daily/weekly reporting, etc.

Mail: Community Living-Central Huron

P.O. Box 527, 267 Suncoast Drive, E.

Goderich, Ontario N7A 4C7

Email: hr@clch.ca

In-Person: Drop in external mailbox at 267 Suncoast Dr. East, Goderich

Job Types: Permanent, Part-time
Part-time hours: 20 per week

Salary: $22.77-$24.09 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Vision care

Education:

• Secondary School (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Class G Licence (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2023-09-15