Brampton Caledon Community Living is an organization that supports individuals with an intellectual disability in partnership with their families and the community to lead enriched and meaningful lives. We are looking for caring, dynamic and responsive support workers who have experience with supporting individuals with intellectual disabilities.

Job Description:

• Establish respectful relationships with individuals which recognize their rights as citizens; and promote their dignity and well-being.
• Ensure the safety of individuals while they are sleeping/awake throughout the night.
• Promote and demonstrate the values of the organization in the workplace and in the community.
• Develop and/or implement support agreements to achieve personal outcomes by using Personal Outcomes Measures.
• Assist individuals to develop informed decision-making skills and exercise choices.
• Promote the involvement of family.
• Provide supports in the home, ensuring a clean, safe and enhancing environment.
• Plan and prepare nutritional meals, administer medication and assist with personal care as necessary.
• Ensure daily overnight duties are completed e.g. Health & Safety Requirements; Administrative responsibilities; Home maintenance requirements; Fax and/or scan documents at set times throughout the night.

QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Developmental Services Worker (DSW), Social Services Worker (SSW), or a related diploma/degree from an accredited community college or university.
• Ability to relate to people with an intellectual disability and their families.
• Strong interpersonal skills; ability to express and present oneself in a professional manner.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; sound decision-making skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively independently and in a team environment.
• Strong understanding and implementation of Personal Outcomes Measures and/or outcome- based person-centered planning approaches; knowledge of Social Role Valorization an asset.
• Strong commitment to the goals and visions of community living.
• Fluency in French is an asset.

Must Have:

• Valid G driver’s license and a reliable car
• Acceptable Driver’s Abstract and liability car insurance
• An up-to-date, Clear Police Record Check & Vulnerable Sector Check
• Current Standard First Aid and CPR, CPI is an asset
• Proficiency in Computer skills
• 2 – 3 years related experience

Please refer the Job description for details