Support Worker Ii - Toronto, Canada - Community Living Toronto
Description
QUALIFICATIONS:
Post-secondary education with a focus on Social Services or Developmental Services is required and knowledge of health-care procedures and mechanical equipment-wheelchairs, lifts, G-tubes and other specialized equipment is required.
JOB SUMMARY:
Identifies the needs of individuals supported and delivers supports and programs consistent with life plans in order to enhance their capacity to function in all aspects of community living.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Under the direction of a program supervisor, this position is responsible for:
- Identifying program needs of individuals supported, participating in the development and implementation of life plans, assisting in monitoring achievement of personal outcomes.
- Providing case management to individuals on caseload, providing appropriate personal and physical care including medication administration, crisis response, advocating on behalf of individuals supported and liaising with family, medical and other professionals and other service providers to address needs.
- Devising and providing life skills training and emotional support to individuals supported on a oneonone or group basis and referring to professionals when necessary.
- Maintaining documentation, monitoring finances, ensuring an appropriate standard of living and assistance with locating housing for individuals supported.
- Providing direction to parttime staff as required.
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Language:
- English (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- First Aid Certification (preferred)
Work Location:
In person
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