Part-time Direct Support Professional - Milton, Canada - Bob Rumball Centre of Excellence for the Deaf

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TITLE:
Part-Time Direct Support Professional


POSITION STATUS:
Part Time - Permanent (Union)


SCHEDULE:
Saturday and Sunday with some weekdays (Flexible Schedule)


REPORTS TO:
Program Manager

***: The Bob Rumball Canadian Centre of Excellence for the Deaf (BRCCED) is a provincial leader in the Deaf community. Our mission is to provide care and opportunities in a communication-rich environment that enhances the quality of life of those we serve. We are a highly motivated, collaborative team on a mission to improve the quality of life for those we serve. We take a person centered approach that aims to support and make a positive difference in the Deaf and Hard of Hearing community. Our perks include but not limited to robust benefits program (for eligible employees), access to sign language classes, employee rewards & recognition program, comprehensive training and development, internal progression, and an opportunity to give back to the community.


PRIMARY DUTIES

  • Ensure that activities and daily support approaches are in accordance with agency mission, vision, values, strategic direction and policies with a goal of ensuring the highest quality of care
  • Ensure personcentered quality service, and achievement of program and individual service goals
  • Administer medications consistent with Organization's policies & procedures
  • Consistently comply with clinical and program plans including daily activity schedule
  • Implement ISP/PDP goals; track & report on progress
  • Promote an evidencebased, best practice approach to care
  • Advocate on behalf of individuals and their specific needs/goals
  • Understand and be able to work with Behavioural Support Plans, PRN's and medical protocols
  • Work collaboratively with team and individual's service team; dedicating oneself to excellent service
  • Utilize community resources & liaise with community members
  • Documentation communication logs, reports, etc.
  • Teach, coach, mentor life skills, daily activity schedules and community involvement
  • Plan and execute activities with clients

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Diploma in Human Services related field or three (3) years' experience working in a residential setting with individuals with developmental disabilities, mental health needs and/or dual diagnosis that includes autism, down syndrome, schizophrenia, obsessive compulsive disorders and complex behaviours
  • Demonstrated knowledge of Ontario Review Board orders
  • Knowledge and experience working within the deaf community and fluency in ASL OR strong commitment to engage in professional development to build skill and knowledge in ASL, Deaf culture and supporting Deaf or hard of hearing individuals and their community
  • Successful experience liaising with clinical professionals
  • Demonstrated leadership, creative problem solving abilities; good judgement and critical thinker
  • Excellent communication, literacy and interpersonal skills
  • Knowledge and experience with report writing and data entry
  • Experience managing nutritional needs of clients
  • Current Quality Assurance Measures, Safe Management, Medication Administration, and WHMIS certification and be able to actively participate in all trainings
  • Innovation, initiative and integrity
  • Demonstrated experience in computer literacy (e.g. Word, Excel, Outlook)
  • Valid Ontario Full G Driver's License and clean driving record
  • French language/LSQ an asset

Posting Date:
April 13, 2023

Closing Date:
April 24, 2023

Start Date:
Immediate

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