Part Time - Direct Support Facilitator at Community Living Hamilton

Hamilton, Ontario, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 Oct, 26

Salary

29.28

Posted On

04 Jul, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Client Support, Person Directed Planning, Crisis Intervention, Case Management, Community Inclusion, Interpersonal Communication, Problem Solving, Advocacy, Boundary Maintenance, First Aid, CPR, NVCI

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Overview Direct Support Facilitators - Group Living provide support and assistance to clients within our group living settings, delivering social, recreational and learning based activities within the community. Pay rate :29.28 This is an existing vacancy Qualifications: • DSW, SSW, CYW, or Social Sciences degree or diploma in a related field. The above education with a DSW Certificate is preferred. • Two (2) years of recent experience working with adults with a developmental disability, transitional aged youth, addictions and/or mental health preferred. • Experience building an effective professional rapport with clients by focusing on respect, dignity, inclusion, and maintaining personal boundaries. • Experience developing Person Directed Plans/Individual Support Plans with consideration for skill development, recreation, independent living skills, employment, health and wellness, and relationship building. • Ensure the safety, security and wellness of clients, co-workers, and visitors. • Displays conduct in the community that enhances the reputation of clients and Community Living Hamilton. • Valid NVCI Certification. • Valid First Aid/CPR Certification. •A valid driver’s license. Additional consideration will be given to candidates possessing: · Fluency in a 2nd language · Experience with diverse client groups · Training/ Education in Mental Health · Training/ Education in ASD · Additional job-related training/ certifications Core Competencies Advocating for Others Helping builds understanding and awareness to remove barriers and achieve inclusion. Working with Others Communicating to reach understanding in others and yourself and then working together to meet shared goals. Creativity, Problem Solving & Decision Making Understanding a situation, exploring options and making the best choice to achieve success. Helping Others Achieve Providing support and guidance to others, building on strengths and encouraging others to work towards their goals. Initiative Taking the action needed to follow through on plans and act on opportunities and address concerns. Interpersonal Relationships & Respect Dealing with people in a sensitive and respectful manner. Listening & understanding perspectives. Resilience Continuing, even in difficult situations and being willing to take a stand for what is right. Community Living Hamilton welcomes applications from candidates with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process

Responsibilities

Provide social, recreational, and learning-based support to clients within group living settings and the community. Ensure the safety and wellness of clients while developing Person Directed Plans to foster independence and skill development.