- Act as a role model for the people we support as reflected by appearance, behaviour and attitude; act as advocate on individual's behalf/facilitate self advocacy to community supports
- Foster independence in daily living skills (social skills, life skills and community participation)
- Provide support in personal development as decided through individual program planning (ISP)
- Know and respond to the safety and health care of the people we support
- Provide teaching and support to Enrichment Program participants
- Document and maintain records as required (data collection, medication administration)
- Administer medication
- Ensure learning opportunities are provided using agency and community resources
- Maintain effective communication
- Provide ideas and feedback on program content
- Participate in monthly planning and share responsibility of preparing monthly program calendar as assigned
- Participate in Providing orientation and support to family members, volunteers and new staff
- Provide support and guidance to co-workers, placement students and/or volunteers and agency staff (i.e. agency staff)
- Represent BVEP participants and staff on committees and at other meetings as delegated
- Ensure learning opportunities are provided using agency and community resources
- Follow and promote the agency and program goals and philosophies
- Attend and participate in program planning meetings and staff development training at the discretion of management
- Maintain up-to-date working knowledge of all relevant legislation associated with the program, and keep ethical and legal responsibilities with individuals we support and others associated with the agency
- Exposure to dirt, bodily fluids, bodily waste
- Noise
- Dealing with angry and abusive people
- Handling garbage
- Verbal abuse
- Odours
- Ability to lift/move up to 50 lbs. and apply effective body mechanics and meet the physical demands of the position
- Completed 2 – 3 years Developmental Services Worker (DSW) Diploma or other equivalent degree/diploma (PSW/CYW/SSW) and/or work experience related to human services
- Proficient computer skills needed in Microsoft Office and email
- Valid Ontario Class "G" Driver's License and a current copy of a Driver's abstract for review and verification that is satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion, an asset
- Ability to be certified in Standard First Aid/ CPR and NCI and use it in practice on a regular basis
- Alternative combinations of education and experience may be considered
- Preferred minimum 6 months to 1-year experience working with people with developmental disabilities and preferably working with individuals who have a dual diagnosis of mental health challenges and developmental disabilities
- Experience with implementing and updating Individual Support Plans (ISP)
- Experience in community outreach
- Medication administration experience preferred
- Training and/or experience in personal care (assisting with G-tube feeding, continence devices...)
- Training and/or experience in supporting individuals through ambulates, mobilizers, transfers
- Experience in individual program planning
- Experience in community outreach
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- Teaching skills (demonstrated ability to implement various teaching approaches and group instructor skills)
- Ability to undergo applicable screening and background checks successfully that are satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion (i.e., The Salvation Army Abuse Registry) and provide an original copy of a Background Check with vulnerable sector screening , completed no less than 2 months prior to date of hire
- Ability and willingness to develop an understanding and support for the mission and purpose of The Salvation Army in Canada and its implications as related to position responsibilities
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Part Time Day Program Instructor – more than 1 required - Toronto, Canada - The Salvation Army
Description
Description
We are currently hiring a Two (2) Part Time Day Program Instructor. This position reports to the Program Manager and is currently assigned to work in the Toronto, Ontario (DVP & Lawrence Avenue/ Broadview Avenue & O'Connor Drive) may be expected to work between sites. This is a part-time position that works 20 hours per week, currently scheduled to work Monday to Friday 10:00 am to 2:00 pm; flexible to meet program needs.
The Day Program Instructor will promote opportunities to develop social skills (coping strategies, appropriate interactions and relationships, mindfulness), life skills (cooking, self-care), and Community Participation Activities.
This position also requires someone who has a passion for and takes initiative in the creation and implementation of programming. The capacity to work collaboratively within a team is required, as well as with a large number of stakeholders including: healthcare professionals, consultants, colleagues, community members, family members and friends. This position also requires a resilient direct support professional who is confident in navigating conflict, overcoming obstacles, and who is creative in providing support to individuals in crisis.
The Day Program Instructor provides support to program participants within established policies and procedures including: Employment Standards, Salvation Army Accreditation, and Services & Supports to Promote the Social Inclusion of Persons with Developmental Disabilities Act, 2008.
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The Salvation Army offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment process. If you are contacted to participate in an interview or screening process, please advise us if you require accommodation.
We thank all applicants, however, only those candidates to be interviewed will be contacted.
You must advise your managing supervisor of your intentions prior to submitting your application.