Casual Children’s Developmental Services Support Worker (CDS Support Worker) – Thunder Bay

Casual Children’s Developmental Services Support Worker (CDS Support Worker) – Thunder Bay Office

Casual Employment Opportunity

• Pay Rate: $24.50/hr
• Mileage Reimbursement Rate: $0.56/km

Operating under the Children’s Aid Society of the District of Thunder Bay, the goal of the Children’s Developmental Services Program is to enable children and youth with complex medical/developmental needs to remain at home in the care of their families. Working directly with families and community partners, the CDS Program provides case management and other support services unique to each family’s needs. This position is intended to be a casual, part-time position with no guarantee of hours. CDS Support Workers may accept up to a maximum of 40 hours per week. It is the CDS Support Worker’s responsibility to track their hours worked, as they could be working with several different children/youth and/or families at the same time.

Position Requirements

• Background in Developmental Services Worker or Personal Support Worker field and a passion for working with children and youth with developmental and physical challenges.
• Knowledge of de-escalation techniques and behavior management techniques considering each child’s unique developmental/medical needs.
• Openness and willingness to learn various methods of child/youth care requirements.
• Understanding of cultural diversity in child-rearing practices, parenting, and family resources.
• Requirements for maintaining confidentiality and principles of privacy.
• Strong case noting and communication skills.
• Awareness of the impact of oppression, anti-Black Racism, and colonization on the lives of service users.
• Upon conditional offer of employment: Valid “G” Ontario Driver’s License, safe driving record & access to a reliable insured vehicle.
• Upon hire, submission of a current Vulnerable Sector Criminal Records Check satisfactory to Employer.
• Flexible schedule (including evenings, weekends).
• Child Welfare Records Check satisfactory to Employer.

Position Duties

• Report all health and safety incidents, issues, and concerns to the Manager of Children’s Developmental Services (or their designate).
• Maintain a strong sense of professional judgment, tact, ethics, sensitivity, integrity, and confidentiality.
• Work cooperatively and productively with other members of a multidisciplinary team.
• Work in a safe manner in accordance with the Society’s health and safety policies and relevant legislation.
• Assist with transporting children and youth to appointments, recreational programs, special events, or other activities in the community.
• Submit timesheets, mileage, and expenses in a timely manner.
• Attend training and professional development opportunities as required.
• Provide one-to-one support to children and youth in their homes, enabling parents to have a much-needed break when necessary.

APPLICATION INFORMATION – Competition Open Until Filled

Please submit a cover letter and resume online at www.thunderbaycas.ca “Career Opportunities” or directly to: Human Resources, The Children’s Aid Society of the District of Thunder Bay, 1110 Jade Court, Thunder Bay, ON P7B 6M7.

The Society is committed to supporting and advancing equity, diversity, and inclusion in our organization. We are particularly interested in receiving inquiries and applications from individuals who identify as Indigenous, racialized, or equity-seeking.

TBCAS is committed to a candidate selection process and work environment that is inclusive and barrier-free. Accommodations will be provided to prospective employees in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code.

We thank all applicants; however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

Job Types: Part-time, Contract, Casual

Pay: $24.50 per hour

Expected hours: 1 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Work Location: In person