Worker - Barrie, Canada - Empower Simcoe

Empower Simcoe

Verified Company

Barrie, Canada

1 week ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

Would you like to... work with an enthusiastic and committed team; share new and creative ideas? If so, Empower Simcoe may be just the place for you

We are presently accepting resumes for
Permanent
Full-Time Supported Independent Living Worker
(S.I.L.) to work in our Accommodations program in Barrie
.

This position provides supportive services and meets the direct care needs of people supported within the program. This position works 37.5 hours per week.**
Compensation Package:

Additional hours may be available with a minimum rate of pay of $29.66/hour;
11 paid Statutory Holidays;
Confidential Employee Assistance program for you and for your immediate family;

Following the successful completion of probation:

Employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, health and dental benefits;
Employer paid vacation and sick time;
Participation in the Multisector Pension plan;

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB INCLUDE:

S.W. diploma or an acceptable educational equivalency (Child & Youth Worker, E.C.E., S.S.W., Nursing, Psychology, etc.) as determined by the employer is required;
Minimum of oneyear recent fulltime work experience in a community residential setting providing support for individuals who have an intellectual disability is required; previous experience in a S.I.L. program is preferred and would be an asset;
Must be available to work all shifts which will include days, evenings, asleep nights, weekends and holidays;
Ability to attend team meetings and training as required during daytime hours;
A valid
class "G" driver's license and own reliable transportation is an asset;

Overview of Duties (including, but not limited to)**:

Using a Personal Outcome Measures lens, act as the primary support person for people assigned to their caseload;
Supporting people to develop and realize individualized goals through the Individual Support Planning process in accordance with the desires of the person and in conjunction with the Supports and Services Supervisor;
Actively participating and supporting the person to work toward achieving their personal outcomes;
Assisting people to secure and maintain housing;
Supporting people to monitor their housing to ensure it is maintained in a safe and secure manner and supporting them to interface with their landlords, as appropriate;
Educating, encouraging and assisting people supported in good housekeeping practices so that they keep their living environment clean and hygienic;
Providing guidance and direct support in areas identified as necessary related to activities of daily living, personal care, communication, emotional, physical and mental health, safety, finances, and relationship development in an effort to foster independence;
Ensuring medications are dispensed properly and all necessary procures are followed in accordance with Empower Simcoe's Standards of Practice and Procedures;
Encouraging and supporting people in becoming active members of their community and assisting them with exercising their full rights of citizenship;
Being accountable and responsible for, and providing required documentation to verify accountability regarding Agency and the individual's funds

Internal 4:00 p.m. Monday, January 30, 2023

External 4:00 p.m. Monday, February 6, 2023

Empower Simcoe is committed to a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace where everyone feels respected and valued.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation or disability.

Applications are encouraged from those who reflect the diversity of our community.

Empower Simcoe is committed to being non-discriminatory and providing equal and barrier-free selection and appointment processes and work environments.

If contacted in relation to this position, please let us know if you require accommodation during the recruitment and selection process.

Our inclusive culture empowers all of us to Be, Belong and Thrive.

**Posting #23-13