Psw, Dsw or Ssw - Hamilton, Canada - Luso Canadian Charitable Society

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Purpose of Position:

To professionally work as part of a team to provide quality ongoing support for adults with developmental and physical disabilities maximizing their potential in a safe environment.


Job Description:
Monday-Friday (Full-time, 35h/week)


Direct Report:
Program

Manager Department:
Day Program


Roles and Responsibilities:


  • To work alongside Luso staff in creating and implementing program activities
  • To lead clients individually or in group, facilitating their participation in the activities with verbal cues or hand over hand assistance while encouraging decision making and independence
  • To provide/assist with care, feeding routines and/or other support
  • To adhere to all Luso policies and procedures
  • To be proactive in ensuring safety for oneself and for others, clients included
  • To assist with daily, disinfecting, tidyup and cleaning duties

Job Requirements:
(Knowledge/ Experience)


  • Community College Certificate or Diploma PSW, DSW, EA or currently enrolled in Program
  • Valid CPR, First Aid certification
  • Current Vulnerable persons screening
  • Knowledge of developmental and physical disabilities

Skills/Competencies/Attributes

  • Excellent communication and organization skills
  • Ability to take initiative
  • Able to work independently as well as part of a team
  • Welldeveloped interpersonal skills
  • Effective problemsolving and conflict management skills
  • Ability to work well within a changing environment
  • Note: This position is for our Hamilton_ _location (760 Barton Street)_

Experience:

1 year (preferred)


Schedule:

  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday

Work Location:
In person

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