Temp Overnight Awake Support Worker

POSITION SPECIFICATION

POSITION TITLE: Overnight Support Worker

LOCATION OF POSITION: Residential

TITLE OF IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Manager

PURPOSE OF POSITION: Under the general direction of the Program Manager, and as a participating member of the team, the Overnight Support Worker will provide direct support to persons supported with developmental disabilities. The Support Worker will demonstrate a positive approach during all interactions. All supports are offered within the context of an effective person centered support plan, and are consistent with the Association’s goal and policies and all pertinent rules, regulations and legislation.

HOURS OF WORK:

As per Article 15 of the Collective Agreement.

WAGE RATE:

As per Schedule A of the Collective Agreement

STATEMENT OF MAJOR RESPONSIBILITY:

-Participate as a member of a multidisciplinary team, assessing, planning, charting, graphing, evaluating and reporting to the team, all pertinent information to assist with the development of each person’s centered plan.

-Perform nightly fire safety, secure storage check, nightly attendance record and record in the log book according to Ministry guidelines.

-Ensure all rooms in the house are generally neat, tidy and secure by assisting people supported with their morning routines. Assist those individuals supported with their personal care needs.

-Adhere to all standards of regulations as dictated by any relevant legislation, including Developmental Services Act, Ministry of Community & Social Services and the policies, procedures, and guiding philosophies of the Association.

-Provide input into the development of Person Centered Plans for each assigned individual as requested.

-Adhere to established medication and safety procedures while administering all prescribed medications and treatments, keeping appropriate written records as required.

-In conjunction with the support team, maintain all necessary records, files and charts as per established retention schedule, ensuring confidentially while providing adequate and appropriate communications with all people and services in meeting each person’s needs.

-Facilitate transportation services for individuals by accessing community services or Association and personal vehicles if necessary.

-Maintain and further develop professional knowledge and skills keeping informed of current issues and trends in the field of developmental disabilities and treatment of persons with behaviour and/or psychiatric disorders who have developmental disabilities through program and training related research, attendance at relevant professional organizations, and completion of relevant training and/or course as required and approved.

-Attend and provide input into team meetings, committees and/or task groups as required and approved.

-Promote a favorable image of the services available through verbal and written communications, having knowledge of Association programs including their philosophy, goals, policies and procedures, and by being sensitive to parents, community groups and concerned individuals; ensuring that any recommendations made are reviewed and/or implemented.

-Perform other related duties as required.

COMPETENCIES

Advocating for others (Level 3) - Uses chains of indirect influence while taking two or more steps to influence with each step adapted to the specific audience. Anticipates areas where support or influence will be required and takes steps to add these key individuals to own network. They judge when to seek support or involvement of credible resources while engaging the support of like-minded individuals. They use expert or other third parties to influence while using a combination of logical argument, personal conviction and passion to create a winning case.

Collaboration (Level 3) - Encourages and empowers through crediting others who have performed well to make them feel strong and important. Demonstrates own commitment to important initiatives by actively contributing to the efforts of a team and by recognizing the contributions of other team members. Can be quick to provide guidance and support to new team members to help them learn and assists in encouraging their efforts when they become discouraged.

Creative Problem Solving & Decision Making (Level 3) - They break down problems into smaller components while identifying discrepancies, trends and interrelationships in data. Recognizes and acts on cause and effect relationships while dividing the issues into categories. Looks behind the face value of a set of facts; understands some of the less obvious implications while using their knowledge and/or experience to understand evaluate and solve issues.

Fostering independence in Others (Level 3) - Delegates routine tasks to individuals or employees while demonstrating trust by recognizing and acknowledging that others have the skills and abilities necessary to achieve goals. Supports others during transition of responsibility while monitoring to ensure tasks are completed successfully and provides feedback as appropriate.

Initiative (Level 3) -Thinks ahead and plans for contingencies and effectively prepares and organized resources and activities while making sure things are not left to chance by ensuring contingency plans are arranged to deal with last minute changes. Anticipates and prepares for problems that may interfere with work or attainment of results.

Interpersonal Relations & Respect (Level 3)- Effectively uses empathy by genuinely seeing things from another person’s perspective. Takes a careful read of the atmosphere to accurately anticipate how individuals and groups will react, and tailors their approach accordingly. Determines and uses the best response to calm an irate, upset or agitated individual who may find themselves in a stressful situation and sincerely cares for what people are experiencing. Consistently adjusts their behavior to enhance relationships and produces good results when working with others by displaying tact, cooperation, sensitivity and respect for the opinions and situations of others and their culture.

Resilience (Level 4) - They demonstrate ongoing commitment to complete routine tasks over the long term while managing their own stress accordingly. They stick with all tasks despite meeting frequent and/or repeated rejection/frustration throughout the process. They maintain positive demeanor and high levels of self-motivation whatever the circumstance while ensuring service providers, agencies and community partners continue to deliver the level of service agreed upon.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

-Must have a strong belief in Community Living-Fort Erie’s vision, as well as a strong understanding of Personal Outcome Measures and of the Agency’s Human Rights Statement.

-Must possess good organizational and communication skills, both verbal and written.

-Must possess time management skills, and ensure any required paperwork is submitted by deadlines.

-Must possess basic computer skills

-Must be fluent in English language-oral and written

WORKING CONDITIONS/EFFORTS:

Occasionally: unaided lifting of objects up to 30 lbs

Transferring individuals, support if needed

Able to perform emergency first aid up to and including CPR

HEALTH & SAFETY:

Duties of Overnight Sleep in regard to Health & Safety include but are not limited to

-Work in compliance with the provisions of the OHS Act and Regulations

-Use or wear equipment, protective devices or clothing that the employer requires

-Report to Manager the absence or defect in any equipment or protective device of which the worker is aware

-Report to the Manager any contravention of the OHS act or regulations or the existence of any hazard of which he or she knows

-Bring forth any suggestions that would promote Health and Safety proactively within the work environment or within CL-FE

-Be alert to Health and Safety dangers

-Attend all scheduled training sessions

-Assist in reducing lost time incidents

QUALIFICATION CRITERIA:

-Two years post secondary school diploma in Developmental Services field or equivalent related training and experience. Applicants may be considered if working toward their diploma/and or possess a combination of credits and experience applicable.

-Valid Ontario ‘G’ driver’s license

-Current Ontario driver’s license driving abstract

-A current Niagara Regional Police Clearance Certificate with Vulnerable Sector clearance. Must have Community Living Fort Erie’s name specified. Must be dated within three months of hire.

*Note a criminal record may affect your ability for employment with this Agency.

Job Type: Fixed term contract

Pay: $25.82 per hour

Expected hours: 56 per week

Schedule:

• Night shift

Education:

• DCS / DEC (required)

Experience:

• Developmental Services: 2 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Class G Licence (required)

Work Location: In person