Community Support Worker - Owen Sound, Canada - Participation Lodge Grey-Bruce

Participation Lodge Grey-Bruce
Participation Lodge Grey-Bruce
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Owen Sound, Canada

2 weeks ago

Sophia Lee

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Our dedicated team at Participation Lodge Grey-Bruce is committed to helping individuals with complex needs achieve a true "quality of life" which goes well beyond the basic needs of personal care.

Each supported person has their own physical and emotional needs and we strive to meet those needs on a daily basis.

We have an amazing group of staff providing support for our clients and their choices, throughout our various programs and locations across the Grey-Bruce region.

This program is 2:1 and 1:1 support team for a 24/7 community-based client located in Owen Sound. We are looking for 1 full-time, 2 part time and 2 casual support workers to join our team


The successful applicant needs to be willing and able to work day, evening and night shifts, consisting primarily of 8-hour shifts.


  • DSW training is preferred, but we are happy to consider all applicants experienced with complex needs and behaviour management
  • Preference will be given to applicants with Autism Support experience
  • All employees must be able to diligently follow a Behavioural Support Plan in order to ensure client success, and be able to work as a partner with the client's family advocates
  • Clear criminal background check and valid First Aid/CPR certification
  • Valid G drivers license with clean 3year abstract
  • Proof of vaccination against Covid19 is required, consideration for those with medical exception
  • The ability to work independently and excellent communication skills to collaborate with the rest of the support team

This role offers:


  • Scheduling flexibility, depending on your availability
  • 4week master schedule rotation for parttime and fulltime positions
  • An opportunity to develop a robust set of direct support skills
  • Parttime and fulltime positions accumulate sick credits for paid sick leave
  • C.L.A.C. Pension with organization contributions after 6 months of employment for full time and part time positions

You will:


  • Support the person in accessing and participating in their community.
  • Support the person in daily activities such as shopping, cleaning preparing for appointments and outings,
  • Support the person with personal care and hygiene needs.
  • Assist the person in developing new skills including daily living skills, communication skills and social interaction skills.
  • Facilitate selfadvocacy and empowerment.
  • Support the individual to access and maintain work, or other experiences.
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You will_: Learn to develop person-centred working relationships with Supported Individual and their family in their daily lives through:_
- taking personal responsibility for learning about the Supported Individual (SI)
- listening to the SI and working with the Substitute Decision Maker (SDM) in planning and day to day decisions
- reflecting on own practice to continuously develop knowledge and skills.

  • Assisting the SI to develop and maintain a high standard of personal hygiene and appearance.
  • Supporting SI to make appropriate choices regarding their nutritional needs.
  • Administering medication as directed, in accordance with SI needs and taking full account of the Medication Policy and Procedures
  • Actively encouraging and supporting leisure and meaningful activities both inside and outside of the home, in accordance with SI interests, choices and needs.
  • Adhering to all safeguarding requirements and any procedures aimed at the protection of SI and staff.


Our 1:1 support systems give us the time and opportunity to truly focus on individual goals and development that will improve quality of life for our client.

If you are passionate about assisting individuals expand their skills and increase their involvement in the local community, we would love to hear from you


Job Types:
Full-time, Part-time, Permanent, Casual

Part-time hours: 24-40 per week


Salary:
$27.16-$28.15 per hour


Benefits:


  • Casual dress
  • Company pension
  • Employee assistance program

Flexible Language Requirement:

  • French not required

Schedule:

  • 12 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Evening shift
  • Night shift
  • Overtime

Supplemental pay types:

  • Overtime
pay


COVID-19 considerations:

Application question(s):

  • Will you be able to submit proof of vaccination against Covid19?
  • Do you have any concerns about your current Driver's Abstract record?

Licence/Certification:

  • DSW/PSW diploma (preferred)
  • Class G Licence (required)

Shift availability:

  • Day Shift (required)
  • Night Shift (required)
  • Overnight Shift (required)

Work Location:
In person
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