JOB OPPORTUNITY:
FULL-TIME ROVING DIRECT SUPPORT WORKER
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.
We are looking for a Roving Staff to join our team and support people in their community. Specific duties for this role include: providing respectful and supportive care, promoting people’s skills and abilities, providing the opportunity and education for growth and development, honouring personal choice and informed decision-making, and implementing individualized routines plans with attainable outcomes. Successful applicants will demonstrate a strong commitment to person directed support and the vision of KW Habilitation.
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
- Post-Secondary education in a Human Services, or enrolled in a post-secondary institution and attending school.
- Six months related experience (experience working/volunteering with people who have a developmental disability preferred)
- Able to provide physical assistance where applicable (e.g., lifting, transfers) and behavioural support as required.
- Able to implement positive behavioral approaches, work as an integral part of the team and demonstrate effective interpersonal communication skills.
- Able to demonstrate creative problem-solving and decision-making, initiative, resilience, and collaboration.
- Commitment to providing person directed support, fostering independence, and advocating for others.
- The successful candidate will have strong organizational, housekeeping/cleaning, communication skills and knowledge of KWH administration procedures an asset.
- Current First Aid, NVCI, and computer skills are also essential qualifications.
- Driver’s licence and reliable vehicle is mandatory for this position
Schedule Position: Rotating shifts; two weeks of 3pm–11pm and two weeks of 7am-3pm Monday through to Friday
Start Date: July 22, 2024
Rate of Pay: $43,867.20 – $48, 048.00
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 Friday, July 12, 2024:
ATTN: Deb Hurgett – On Call and Quality Assurance Manager
99 Ottawa Street South
Kitchener, ON
N2G 3S8
Job ID: 2471260
