JOB OPPORTUNITY:
CONTRACT COMPLEX CARE PROFESSIONAL
LOCATION: Kitchener, 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.
Perks
- Paid on-the-job 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
- Honoring personal choice and informed decision making
- Implementing individualized plans with attainable outcomes.
Requirements:
- Practical experience in providing daily living support, including administrative tasks, within a Person Directed framework to persons with complex needs.
- Additional training and practical experience in assisting the assessment, implementation and evaluation of interventions for persons who have an intellectual disability and are experiencing emotional, behavioural and medical complexities.
- College diploma (2 years), Developmental Service Worker (DSW) Apprenticeship Certificate, and/or University degree in Human Services or Police Foundations Diploma. Autism and Behavioural Science educational background is considered an asset.
- Ability to work successfully both independently and collaboratively with internal and external professionals.
- Able to provide physical (e.g., lifting, transfers) and behavioural support, including crisis response, as required.
- Valid Driver’s License is required.
- Current First Aid, SMG, and computer skills are also essential qualifications.
- Able to work weekends and rotating shifts.
Schedule Position: Rotation: 2 weeks 7am-3pm, 2 weeks 3-11pm and working one of every four weekends
Start Date: ASAP
End Date: TBD
Rate of Pay: hourly rate $26.41 – $29.01
To Apply, Please Visit Our Job Application Page HERE
Applicants must submit a résumé and cover letter online with a summary of relevant qualifications and reason for interest in this position by Wednesday, July 17, 2024:
ATTN: Kassie Harvey- Manager of Complex Care and Inclusive Living
99 Ottawa Street South
Kitchener, ON
N2G 3S8
Job ID: 24722109
