E24-288 Support Worker 2 – Supported Living – East

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POSITION:

Support Worker 2

REGION:

[Supported Living - East]

HOURS OF WORK:

37.5 hours per week

Community Living Toronto, one of the largest agencies of its kind in North America, is a dynamic innovative organization committed to a vision of promoting a welcoming community. As a leader in the field, Community Living Toronto offers supports to over 6,000 individuals with an intellectual disability as well as support to their families, including residential and day support, assistance with employment, community support, early childhood services, and respite.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Post-secondary education with a focus on Social Services or Developmental Services is required, and knowledge of health-care procedures and mechanical equipment (wheelchairs, lifts, G-tubes, and other specialized equipment) is required. Post-secondary education in a non-related field will require an additional minimum of 1 year of related work experience. Successful completion of internal legislated and mandated training required. Valid driver’s license is an asset.

JOB SUMMARY:

Identifies the needs of individuals supported and delivers supports and programs consistent with life plans in order to enhance their capacity to function in all aspects of community living.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Identifying program needs of individuals supported, participating in the development and implementation of life plans, assisting in monitoring achievement of personal outcomes.
2. Providing case management to individuals on caseload, providing appropriate personal and physical care including medication administration, crisis response, advocating on behalf of individuals supported, and liaising with family, medical and other professionals and other service providers to address needs.
3. Devising and providing life skills training and emotional support to individuals supported on a one-on-one or group basis and referring to professionals when necessary.
4. Maintaining documentation, monitoring finances, ensuring an appropriate standard of living, and assistance with locating housing for individuals supported.
5. Providing direction to part-time staff as required.