Part Time Direct Support Facilitator - Children Respite

Overview
Direct Support Facilitators - Respite provide support and assistance to children, youth or young adults attending our programs delivering social, recreational and learning based activities within the community. Direct Support Facilitators – Respite will collaborate with other staff members to create meaningful plans and programming/activity schedules that flow from a person-centered philosophy.
Pay rate :29.28
This is an existing vacancy
Responsibilities
Client Service:

• Facilitates a person-centered approach that fosters collaborative decision making with clients. Builds on the strengths of clients to encourage skill development, self determination and inclusion within the community.
• Knows, respects and advocates for the rights of children and adults.
• Builds on strengths of individuals to encourage learning and development, self determination and inclusion within the community.
• Builds an effective rapport with clients by focusing on respect, dignity, inclusion, and maintaining personal boundaries.
• Personal Care :Assists clients with personal hygiene, with consideration for and attention to the respect and dignity of the individual.
• Maintain knowledge of medical issues within the program.
• Programming o Supervise outings in the community
• Activities of Daily Living o Participate in meal planning, with consideration for nutrition, budgeting, individual preferences and dietary restrictions, working collaboratively with part-time staff.
• Prepare and cook nutritious and varied meals
• Maintain the upkeep of the home, such as cleaning, yard work, and waste disposal, contributing equitably as a member of the team.

Communication:

• Gathers, maintains, and shares information as appropriate using a variety of formats (written, verbal) with all stakeholders.
• Seeks out important information, attempting to gain a better understanding of program activities and clarify expectations.
• Provide appropriate positive feedback to clients, supervisors, co-workers and external parties.
• Displays conduct in the community that enhances the reputation of Community Living Hamilton.
• Ensure all documentation and reporting is completed in a manner which adheres to regulatory requirements and internal policy, using professional and objective language.
• Seek information from appropriate sources to gain a better understanding of activities and clarify expectations.

Teamwork:

• Treat all colleagues with respect, kindness and understanding.
• Foster a welcoming and professional workplace which recognizes the skill, experience, and contributions of other team members.
• Participate regularly in team meetings and review team meeting documentation  Share information with all team members and/or other teams to facilitate learning and promote consistency of care.

Quality:

• Ensure the safety, security and wellness of clients, co-workers, and visitors.
• Commit to act in compliance with all applicable legislation, and contribute to identify areas for improvement.
• Participate in ongoing professional development, including required training.  Promote and demonstrate the Vision and Mission of Community Living Hamilton within the workplace and the broader community.
• Work in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations and the Community Living Hamilton Health and Safety Policy.
• Report all workplace hazards and support Community Living Hamilton to continuously improve the safety of the workplace.
• Maintain confidentiality at all times.

Qualifications

• DSW, SSW or Social Sciences degree or diploma in a related field.
• Two (2) years recent experience working with children with a developmental disability preferred.
• Valid NCI Certification.
• Valid First Aid/CPR Certification.
• Valid Broad Sector Check.
• A valid G class driver's license with insurance in good standing
• Strong commitment to the individuals supported by Community Living Hamilton
• Positive attitude and a true appreciation for diverse abilities
• Proven ability to demonstrate cultural competency with the ability to address service needs in a diverse client group
• Fluency in a language other than English preferred
• Experience with diverse client groups preferred (age, culture, program type, etc.)
• Additional formal training in mental health/dual diagnosis preferred
• Additional formal training in additional topics relevant to the position strongly preferred

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