Full Time Intervenor to Support People Who Are - Campbellford, Canada - Sensity Deafblind and Sensory Support Network of Canada

Sensity Deafblind and Sensory Support Network of Canada

Verified Company

Campbellford, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Full time

Description

Make a difference by being the bridge to the world for those who are deafblind.
Sensity presents an exciting opportunity for a Full Time Intervenor to become part of the team in Campbellford, ON on a 12-month contract basis.

The role of the Intervenor is to assist individuals with dual sensory impairment in communication and daily activities, enabling them to lead independent lives.

Join us to acquire new skills, grow personally, and find fulfillment.

Available Shifts:

Full Time 40hrs per week (day shifts)

What Sensity Offers:

A
competitive hourly wage
starting at $23.03

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Weekend shift premium
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Comprehensive benefit plan with a
health spending account
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Paid sick leave
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RRSP program with up to 3% matching contributions.

Up to 50% reimbursement for completing relevant classes at other educational institutions after one year of service.
Opportunities to attend conferences and workshops locally and internationally.

Primary Responsibilities:

The Intervenor facilitates communication and daily living activities for individuals with dual sensory impairment to support independent living.

Join us to learn new skills and experience personal growth and fulfillment.

Supporting individuals in their home and community settings.
Utilizing communication techniques to convey information.
Empowering individuals to engage in daily activities such as personal hygiene, meal preparation, cleaning, volunteering, among others.
Providing necessary personal care (e.g., lifts, toileting, hygiene, medication administration, etc.).
Assisting with setting and achieving individual goals and objectives.
Contributing to program development.
Ensuring accurate documentation and record-keeping.

Requirements:

Completion of a college diploma or certificate in Intervenor for Deafblind Persons program, or: Developmental Services Worker (DSW), Social Services Worker (SSW), Community Services Worker (CSW), Communicative Disorders Assistant (CDA), Personal Support Worker (PSW), Behavioral Science, or a related human services field.
Experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities and challenging behaviors.
Experience assisting individuals with mental health conditions.
Proficiency in American Sign Language (ASL) or Signed Exact English (SEE).

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Applicants must hold a valid Class G driver's license, have access to a reliable vehicle, possess a clean current driver's abstract, and be able to obtain automobile insurance with at least $2 million in liability coverage.

Training Program:

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Receive training on supporting our clients through our internal training initiative.

Additional Information:

Employment is subject to a successful Vulnerable Sector Police Check.
This role involves repetitive hand movements, good manual dexterity, and moderate stooping, bending, and lifting. The ability to occasionally lift 35-50 lbs is required. Work may be performed indoors and outdoors.
Knowledge of French (written and verbal) is advantageous but not mandatory.
Excellent communication skills in both spoken and written English are essential.

Please mention job
CBFT310524 in your cover letter when submitting your application.

We appreciate all applications; however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted. Sensity promotes diversity and respect in the workplace as an equal opportunities employer. We emphasize inclusive, barrier-free recruitment processes and work environments. Should you require any accommodations for the interview, please inform Sensity in advance, and we will make suitable arrangements accordingly._