Night Shift Support Worker (Full-Time)

We are recruiting for a Contract Developmental Support Worker - Specialized (Orillia) Overnight Awake, to work as a Specialized Resource Coordinator providing quality support to individuals residing in the Specialized Resource locations. This position provides guidance and direct support as necessary related to activities of daily living, personal care, communication, emotional, physical and mental health, safety, finances, and relationship development to foster independence. Work up to 42 hours per week, working 12-hour day shifts

Required to work weekends and public holidays as scheduled

Minimum starting rate of pay is $29.74 per hour

Employer paid confidential EAP program for you and your family members

Community College Diploma in Social Services or a closely related field from an acceptable accredited college. Educational focus in Behavioural Sciences, Psychology, Police Foundations, Child and Youth Worker, Developmental Services Worker, Social Services Worker, etc.

Registered Behavioural Technician certificate an asset

Minimum of one (1) year recent full-time work experience supporting hard to serve adults with complex care needs in community residential settings

Experience supporting people with behaviour management techniques is an asset

Demonstrated ability to respond calmly in crisis situations through various approved verbal de-escalation and physical intervention techniques.

Must be prepared to work flexible hours as required

Provide daily support for people in their homes and community by using an approach that respects their independent choices and abilities. This support includes, but is not limited to, personal care and hygiene, meal preparation and housekeeping

In collaboration with Supervisor, assess individuals needs and develop plans to support the person to enhance essential life skills, such as meal preparation, budgeting, communication, self-care, community participation and employment.

Provide quality supports based on a person's behaviour support plan to meet the physical, medical, and emotional needs of individuals, i.e.: doctor's appointments, medical reviews

Foster the independence of those supported in the program and actively participate in planning for people supported and their families

Administering medications and documenting medication dispensing in accordance with the Agency's policies and procedures

Supporting people with their budgeting, banking and purchases as may be requested or required and completing necessary Agency documentation. Demonstrate a clear understanding of standards and ability to apply verbal de-escalation, personal safety and physical intervention and crisis management techniques as outlined in NVCI training

Demonstrate a clear understanding to ensure implementation of all safety protocols for each person supported ensuring the health and safety of people supported, staff, visitors, and community

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation or disability. Applications are encouraged from those who reflect the diversity of our community.

Salary: $29.74 per hour