Residential/Direct Support Specialist - Hiring Event
We are hosting a 1 Day Residential/Direct Support Specialist Hiring Event in Newmarket on June 12th!

Are you ready to make a difference in the lives of adults and children with developmental, intellectual, physical and mental health disabilities? CBI Specialized Community Services, a division of CBI Health Group in York Region, is the place for you! Great opportunities are available right now!

As a Residential/Direct Support Specialist, you will provide quality person-centered support to youth and adults to optimize the individual's quality of life. You will assist and teach daily living activities and life skills to promote the self-esteem and well-being, provide medication administration, manage challenging behaviours and situations using CPI knowledge and principles and assist with household activities and personal care. You will receive a comprehensive orientation including Advanced CPI Training and ongoing supervision.

Here is a look at our total rewards:

Regularly scheduled hours of either - Days, Evening and Overnight shifts available. Weekend work required for all positions (either every other weekend or one weekend day)
Competitive wages (Pay rate is $20.50 per hour)
This position is also eligible for an additional $3 government wage enhancement that will be added and paid out on all hours worked
Benefits including comprehensive Medical & Dental when working 25+ hours weekly
CPI Advanced certification
Supportive and collaborative team environment
Opportunity for career advancement
Comprehensive support and training by ABA team on BSP's

What you will need to be successful:

To take on the role of Residential/Direct Support Specialist, you must have:

Certificate from a related field such as Diploma in Behavior Science, Developmental Service Worker (DSW), Child and Youth Worker, Degree or Diploma from a Human Services related program. Consideration of Personal Support Worker certificate with relevant experience.
Current CPR and First Aid Certificate
Clear Criminal record check with Vulnerable Sector Screening dated within the last 3 months
Valid Class G driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle required
Driver's Abstract (3-year Uncertified) dated within the last 3 months
Good oral and written communication skills
Proven interpersonal and organizational skills
Previous community experience working with youth with developmental disabilities, challenging behavior would be considered an asset

Join us at CBI Health - because your care matters

CBI Health is committed to providing a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where everyone feels safe and accepted as their authentic selves. We actively seek qualified candidates who share our commitment to equity and inclusion and contribute to the diversification of ideas and perspectives that help us innovate and provide the best possible care to our clients.

We are committed to fostering a positive experience for all Indigenous applicants whether you're First Nations (status or non-status), Inuit or Metis and welcome applications from all individuals regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other characteristics that make each of us different.

In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and CBI Policies on Accommodation, a request for accommodation will be accepted as part of our hiring process. Please inform your recruiter if you have any accommodation requests.