Community Support Worker - Toronto, Canada - Bob Rumball Centre of Excellence for the Deaf

Bob Rumball Centre of Excellence for the Deaf

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Toronto, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

TITLE:
Community Support Worker

POSITION STATUS:
Full Time - Permanent (Non-Union)

SCHEDULE:
Monday to Friday 10am-6pm, with flexible hours and weekend availability

REPORTS TO:
Program Manager

***: The Bob Rumball Canadian Centre of Excellence for the Deaf (BRCCED) is a provincial leader in the Deaf community. 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 centred approach to serve the Deaf and Hard of Hearing community that aims to support and make a positive difference. 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
Supervise and Administer medications consistent with Organization's policies & procedures
Consistently comply with clinical and program plans including daily activity schedule
Life skills training (hygiene, food shopping, budgeting, transportation, social integration, etc.)
Behaviour management / OneonOne counselling
Plan client activities, and training opportunities
Write and understand daily logs, reports, PDP's, etc.
Liaison with family members, connected agencies, and other professionals
Handling of petty cash
Match communication levels of clients
Work successfully in a teamcentred environment PLUS work independently in the community in selfdirected manner
Promote an evidencebased, best practice approach to care
Advocate on behalf of individuals and their specific needs/goals
Work collaboratively with team and individual's service team; dedicating oneself to excellent service
Utilize community resources & liaise with community members

QUALIFICATIONS

Post-Secondary Degree/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
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
Safe Management / CPR-First Aid / Pharmacology Courses an asset
Able to work with mínimal supervision
Demonstrated knowledge of Ontario Review Board orders
Demonstrated leadership, creative problem solving abilities; good judgement and critical thinking, with the ability to take charge in a group setting.
Excellent communication, literacy and interpersonal skills
Innovation, initiative and integrity
Demonstrated experience in computer literacy (e.g. Word, Excel, Outlook)
Valid Ontario Full G Driver's License with clean driving record and must be willing to drive company vehicle
French language/LSQ an asset