Full-time Overnight Roving Direct Support Worker - Kitchener-Waterloo, Canada - KW Habilitation

KW Habilitation

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Kitchener-Waterloo, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Full time

Description

OVERNIGHT ROVING DIRECT SUPPORT WORKER (FULL-TIME)

LOCATION:

Kitchener-Waterloo, ON:

KW Habilitation is a local not-for-profit organization that provides a wide range of individualized services and supports to children with any special need and adults with developmental disabilities.

We support individuals to live a fulfilling life which is fostered through preschool and early learning supports, respite services, residential services, community participation, and employment supports.

We are looking for an experienced Direct Support Worker to join our team. Successful applicants will demonstrate a strong commitment to person directed support and the vision of KW Habilitation.

Perks

Paid onthejob training
Paid professional development opportunities
Extended Health Care Benefits, Registered Pension Plan, and optional Group Retirement Savings Plan
Employee and Family Assistance Program for all staff, their partners, and dependents
Discounted rates on home and auto insurance
Fun and engaging workplace

Responsibilities

Providing respectful and supportive care
Promoting people's skills and abilities
Providing the opportunity and education for growth and development
Honouring personal choice and informed decision making
Implementing individualized plans with attainable outcomes.

Requirements:

Post-Secondary education in a Human Services, or enrolled in a postsecondary institution and attending school
Six months related experience (experience working/volunteering with people who have a developmental disability preferred)
Able to provide physical assistance where applicable (e.g., lifting, transfers) and behavioural support as required
Able to implement positive behavioral approaches, work as an integral part of the team and demonstrate effective interpersonal communication skills
Able to demonstrate creative problemsolving and decisionmaking, initiative, resilience, and collaboration
Commitment to providing person directed support, fostering independence, and advocating for others
Current First Aid, NVCI, and computer skills are also essential qualifications
Reliable transportation.

Start Date:
Immediately

Hours:
Friday night to Sunday night, and every other Thursday from 11pm to 9am (70 hours over a two-week period)

Rate of Pay:
$38, $42,042