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developmental service worker

Posted on September 04, 2024 by Employer details Community Living Upper Ottawa Valley

Job details

  • LocationVarious locationsPembroke, , ON
    Petawawa, , ON
  • Workplace information On site
  • Salary22.56 to 28.38 hourly (To be negotiated) / 30 to 60 hours bi-weekly
  • Terms of employment Permanent employmentPart time leading to full time
  • Day, Evening, Night, Weekend, Shift, Overtime, On Call, Flexible Hours, Early Morning, Morning
  • Start date Starts as soon as possible
  • Benefits: Financial benefits, Other benefits
  • vacancies 4 vacancies
  • Source Job Bank #3068573

Overview

Languages

English

Education

  • College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years

Experience

Will train

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work site environment

  • Personal and social adjustment and health (substance abuse, gambling, behaviour disorders)
  • Programs dealing with Autism Spectrum Disorder
  • Programs dealing with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD)

Work setting

  • Group home
  • Work in employer's/client's home
  • Staff accommodation available
  • Staff accommodation provided
  • Various locations
  • Rural area
  • Social service or charity agency
  • Private residence

Responsibilities

Tasks

  • Prepare reports or case histories
  • Administrative and office activities
  • Appraise clients' needs or eligibility for specific services
  • Assess client's relevant skill strengths and development needs
  • Housekeeping activities
  • Food preparation
  • Resolve conflict situations
  • Supervise activities of clients living in group homes and half-way houses
  • Implement behaviour management programs
  • Establish registry of special needs support workers
  • Liaise with other social services agencies and health care providers involved with clients
  • Develop service intervention logic models and outcome measures
  • Assist in evaluating the effectiveness of treatment programs
  • Assist clients/guests with special needs
  • Accompany clients to appointments and social outings

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

  • Developmental services worker (DSW) Training
  • Non-violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) Certificate
  • First Aid Certificate
  • CPR Certificate

Experience and specialization

Target audience

  • Adolescents
  • Elderly
  • Families
  • Females
  • Males
  • Persons who are deaf/hard of hearing
  • Persons with Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
  • Persons with an intellectual disability
  • Persons with learning disabilities
  • Persons with mental health disabilities
  • Persons with physical disabilities

Additional information

Security and safety

  • Criminal record check
  • Driver's validity licence check

Transportation/travel information

  • Own transportation
  • Own vehicle
  • Vehicle supplied by employer
  • Valid driver's licence
  • Travel expenses paid by employer

Work conditions and physical capabilities

  • Work under pressure
  • Physically demanding

Weight handling

  • Up to 9 kg (20 lbs)
  • Up to 13.5 kg (30 lbs)
  • Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)
  • Up to 45 kg (100 lbs)

Personal suitability

  • Efficient interpersonal skills
  • Judgement
  • Client focus
  • Flexibility
  • Initiative
  • Team player

Benefits

Financial benefits

  • As per collective agreement
  • Mileage paid
  • Pension plan

Other benefits

  • Free parking available
  • Learning/training paid by employer
  • Other benefits
  • Team building opportunities
  • Wellness program

Who can apply to this job?

Only apply to this job if:

  • You are a Canadian citizen, a permanent or a temporary resident of Canada.
  • You have a valid Canadian work permit.

If you are not authorized to work in Canada, do not apply. The employer will not respond to your application.

Advertised until

2024-09-18

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developmental service worker NOC 42201 Kingston–Pembroke Region
Median wage Help -
24.46 $/hour

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