Support Worker jobs in St. Catharines, ON

JOB POSTING: PART-TIME SUPPORT WORKER

Organization Summary

Niagara Support Services (NSS) is a non-profit organization committed to serving individuals with developmental disabilities. We have 9 residential homes, all located in the Niagara Region to support residents with diverse needs. Apart from residential, NSS also organizes the Longhurst Day Program for community skills building, the Children's Autism Program (CAP), and Supported Independent Living (SIL). Our community is a source of inspiration for the well-being of its members, promoting meaningful relationships, and thriving when everyone actively engages in community life.

Position Summary

The Part-Time Support Worker provides assistance to individuals with developmental disabilities so that these individuals can maintain a quality of life based on their needs. This includes helping the individuals to achieve their goals and promote their rights and responsibilities.

Location: Niagara Falls, ON

Department: Residential Programs

Union/Non-Union: Unionized

Rate of Pay (CAD): 25.41-26.31/hour

Position Type: Replacement

Accountability

This position reports directly to the Residential Supervisor.

Corporate Responsibilities

• Fosters positive and constructive interpersonal relationships with the Board of Directors, staff, volunteers, and clients, visitors, outside agencies, government officials and related professional associations.
• Maintains and adheres to all relevant legislation.
• Maintains and adheres to organizational policies and procedures.
• Abides by all Occupational Health and Safety Policies.
• Demonstrates practices which are consistent with the guiding principles of the Agency

Job Responsibilities

Supports to Individuals

• Follows individual support plan for each individual, and supports individuals in achievement of goals, life and social skills
• Provides emotional support to individuals as needed
• Assists individuals with personal hygiene
• Acts as liaison with family members and other professionals when required
• Attends medical appointments with individuals
• Conducts meal planning and preparation, including menu planning and grocery shopping
• Plans for, transports individuals, and participates in community outings
• Handles unplanned or emergency situations and notifies Supervisor as required
• Completes household cleaning, laundry and minor home maintenance, escalating issues of concern to Supervisor when required
• Ensures the health, safety and well-being of all individuals is closely monitored at all times
• Drives Agency vehicles to accompany individuals on outings and appointments and to conduct Agency business

Medications

• Administers medications and ensures proper storage of medication to ensure safety
• Orders and reorders medication when required
• Receives delivery of medications from pharmacy and checks for accuracy
• Records data on all relevant and appropriate tracking systems – Medication Administration Records (MARs), PRN, etc.

Administration – AIMS & Miscellaneous

• Writes reports pertaining to individuals and enters daily service activities in AIMS, ensuring all documentation is accurate, clear and factual
• Regularly reviews service activities and reports
• Updates tasks associated with individuals’ goals
• Orders program supplies using Agency purchase order and invoicing procedures
• Completes program filing

Finances of Individuals Supported

• Responsible for handling individuals’ finances, including helping them make purchases, obtaining receipts, documenting purchases and balancing cash each time a transaction is made
• Reports any discrepancies with respect to individuals’ funds to supervisor immediately
• Ensures that cash vouchers are completed when handling funds received on behalf of individuals

Health & Safety

• Follows Agency policies, rules and regulations regarding housekeeping, security and equipment
• Reports any issues, hazards, unsafe working conditions to Supervisor
• Reports workplace accidents/incidents and completes required forms
• Completes and documents monthly fire drill/emergency and fire equipment checks, emergency food supply checks, water temperature checks, and first aid box inspection
• Ensures that daily vehicle circle checks are completed including safety equipment being present in Agency vehicles

Education & Experience

• Completed two-year college diploma in social sciences field of study or equivalent combination of relevant work experience in the developmental services sector and certification and training (e.g., Personal Support Worker, behavioural management training, etc.)
• Three months’ related work experience in social services sector

Operational Requirements

• Current First Aid/CPR certificate
• Safety-Care Training Certificate
• Medication Training
• Ontario Class G driver’s licence

Competencies

• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Good problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Accountable and trustworthy
• Capable of maintaining confidentiality

Niagara Support Services is committed to workplace diversity and provides accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout our hiring process. If you require an accommodation, please contact Human Resources at 905 384 3166 ext. 2240. All requests will be addressed confidentially.

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

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $25.41-$26.31 per hour

Application question(s):

• Are you comfortable providing personal care to all genders, age groups, race, background, and disabilities?
• What was your most difficult client interaction, and what made it difficult for you?
• Can you please describe for us your most difficult coworker interaction? How did you handle it?
• Please describe for us your experience in working with people with developmental disabilities?

Education:

• DCS / DEC (required)

Experience:

• Working with persons with developmental disabilities: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

• G Drivers License (required)

Work Location: In person