Residential Support Assistant – SIL - Regular - Part Time - (56-64 hrs biwe

at  Community Living South Muskoka

Looking for a rewarding career? Want to make a real difference in the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities? Come join our team of dedicated skilled staff! We offer competitive wages, and guaranteed hours. We are recruiting for a Residential Support Assistant - Regular - Part Time - Specializing in Dual Diagnosis, Addictions and Mental Health . You will be scheduled no less then 56 hours bi-weekly but not more than 64 hours. Eligible for a Health Care Spending Account as per Collective Agreement.
The Residential Support Assistant will work as part of a team of professionals to support people to live in a state of dignity, share in all elements of living in the community and have the opportunity to participate effectively based on the goals and objectives identified by the individual and/or their support network.
These supports shall be provided in a manner that promotes the care, welfare, safety, and security of the people being supported.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Degree or Diploma in Human Services (i.e. DSW, CYW, SSW) PSW or an acceptable equivalent.
• Previous work experience supporting people with a developmental disability.
• Proven interpersonal and communication skills. Good organizational, communication and problem solving skills, coupled with the ability to work effectively and co-operatively with other staff, professional support services and members of the community.
• Valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle
• First Aid, CPR and have physical capacity to safely employ approved behavioral intervention techniques and a valid SMG certificate (or willing to obtain)
• Pharmacology (or willing to obtain)
• Basic computer skills
• Good attendance record
• Includes weekend rotations
• Must be able to provide a clear vulnerable sector police check
  ** This position is recognized under the Ontario Public Service Employees Union, Local #305. Applicants internal will be considered prior to any external applicants. Only qualified applicants will initially be notified for an interview by email.
  Community Living South Muskoka is an equal rights employer. We value the importance of diversity, dignity and the worth of every person in the workplace. As such, CLSM offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment process. If you require any form of accommodation, please contact the Human
  Resources Department so that we can ensure we make the necessary accommodations.
  Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
  Pay: $24.68-$24.86 per hour

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• On-site parking

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Morning shift
• Night shift
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Bracebridge, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

• Do you have experience and training with Individuals, Specializing in Dual Diagnosis, Addictions and Mental Health?

Education:

• Secondary School (required)

Experience:

• supportive care: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 2025-02-10
Expected start date: 2025-02-1

Please refer the Job description for details