Nexim Healthcare Inc. is a diversified health and social care service organization serving the healthcare staff needs of Group Homes, Retirement Communities, and Long-Term Care Facilities.

Who We Look for:

We are looking to hire qualified Developmental Support Worker for one of our reputable client in Brampton, ON. As a Direct Support Worker, you will assist our client with all aspects of personal care, and developmental needs and help them live more safely and independently, it will be 1-on-1 with a female with developmental disability. The date and time is on Thursday's :9:30am - 1:30pm ,Short-term (needed for May, not needed for June, possibly needed again in July),starting, 2024-0-16.The successful candidate should be patient, compassionate, and client-centric.

Why Choose Nexim?

We have a full comprehension of the healthcare recruitment business. Not only do we strive to satisfy the needs of our clients, but we also value our staff and help them succeed in their careers.

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform activities of daily living such as meal prep, mopping, laundry, cleaning of bathroom and kitchen, etc.)

• Ensure the fulfillment of individual goals and needs as instructed in the client's support plans
• Providing individualized and/or crisis support to children, youth and adults diagnosed with ASD (autism), Developmental Disability, Mental Health Disorder and/or Dual Diagnosis.
• Transport clients to and from appointments and activities with their personal vehicles.
• Assist in organizing leisure activities while facilitating the integration and inclusion of the community
• Ensure the health, safety, welfare, and independence of our clients
• Monitoring and overseeing the general health and well-being of the client
• General household duties such as cleaning, grocery/supply shopping, preparation of meals, and laundry as necessary
• Assist in satisfying the social and emotional needs of the clients
• Document records and reports of daily care: resident incident reports, restraint monitoring records medication administration records, etc.
• Maintain the personal hygiene/ care of our clients
• Adhere to the Occupational Health and Safety Regulations, participating in the maintenance of a safe, clean community
• Encourage participation in activity programs
• Sign on the attendance/ Daily & Overnight inspection sheets
• Perform other duties as assigned

Job Qualifications:

Work Experience

• 1+ years of relevant experience working as a Developmental support worker or social service worker.
• Previous experience supporting persons of various ages and abilities
• Degree or Diploma in Developmental Services Work

Certification

• DSW/SSW Diploma/Certificate
• Valid Vulnerable Sector Check/Criminal Record Check < 6 months
• Standard First Aid CPR (Class C) certificate
  
• CPI certificate
• Drivers license (G2/G Mandatory)
• Two doses of Covid 19 Vaccination
• Safe management Certificate
• Medical Pharmacology training Certificate

Language Skills

• Ability to communicate in English
• Ability to read medical prescriptions and complete Incident Report Form

Transferable Skills

• Ability to accommodate and take On-Call & weekend shifts as required
• Ability to comply with standard policies/ procedures and ensure safe work practices
• Eligible Candidates must be flexible in terms of scheduling and have a can-do attitude