Are you compassionate, with a strong desire to make a difference for the people in your community? Are you looking for a career that is meaningful? Come work for Community Living North Perth!
We are seeking to fill Part-Time Direct Support Worker Positions. Our Direct Support Workers are a vital part of our organization as they support people with developmental disabilities to explore their goals and dreams, share their unique talents and gifts, and be active members of their community
As a Part-Time Support Worker, you will work a rotational schedule. We have a mix of day & evening rotations and awake night rotations. Must be willing to work weekends. You will be regularly scheduled 16- 20 hours per week, with the potential to pick up additional shifts, based on the needs of the people we support.
Duties and Responsibilities:
· Assist the people we support to actively participate in community programs and events of their choosing
· Provide support to participate in their homes, schools, workplaces, and community
· Provide some personal care assistance and/or assistance with medication administration, as required
· Promote the agency’s mission and values and be a positive role model while interacting in the community
· Communicate regularly with the team, coordinators, and managers
· Be flexible to change at any time as each person directs their choice of activities
· Work effectively with individuals, other staff, families, and the community
· Ensure the accuracy and complete all documentation as required
· Work in a safe and responsible manner and attend mandatory training as required
Qualifications/Skills
· You are compassionate with a strong desire to make a difference for the people in your community
· You are innovative and enthusiastic and enjoy thinking in a creative way to help people with developmental disabilities achieve a high quality of life
· You enjoy working with people and are a strong team player
· You are available to work days/evenings or overnights, including weekends on a rotation
· You have post-secondary education in a Human Services related field or are willing to participate in training to achieve the required qualifications
· You have a current First Aid/CPR certificate or are willing to get one
· Able to proceed with a satisfactory Vulnerable sector criminal reference check
· Comfortable with technology, including internet and email
· As per CLNP policy, all staff must be able to show proof of full vaccination plus one booster against Covid-19 or be willing to comply with the policy.
Salary: $23 per hour plus $3.00 wage enhancement (Total $26 per hour)
Job Type: Part-time
Salary: From $26.00 per hour
Job Type: Part-time
Salary: From $26.00 per hour
Benefits:
Casual dress
Employee assistance program
Extended health care
Schedule:
Day shift
Evening shift
Night shift
Weekend availability
Ability to commute/relocate:
North Perth, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Application question(s):
Are you available to work a rotating schedule?
Can you provide a clear vulnerable criminal record sector check?
Do you have up-to-date First Aid and CPR?
Do you have a driver’s license, a clean driving record, and a reliable vehicle?
Are you fully vaccinated against Covid 19? Do you have a third or fourth booster? If no booster are you willing to get one?
