Developmental service worker

Community Living Tillsonburg in Tillsonburg, ON is inviting applications for the position of Developmental service worker. The successful candidate must be available to start work as soon as possible. This is a Casual employment - Part time leading to full time position. Required shifts: Day, Evening, Night, Weekend, Shift, Flexible hours, To be determined.

Job Description

• The candidate must perform administrative and office activities.
• The candidate must assess clients’ relevant skill strengths and development needs.
• The candidate must perform housekeeping activities.
• The candidate must perform food preparation.
• The candidate must resolve conflict situations.
• The candidate must supervise activities of clients living in group homes and half-way houses.
• The candidate must liaise with other social services agencies and health care providers involved with clients.
• The candidate must assist clients/guests with special needs.
• The candidate must accompany clients to appointments and social outings.

Job Requirements

• The candidate must be fluent in English.
• The candidate must have a College, CEGEP, or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 to 2 years.
• The candidate must be able to handle a weight of up to 13.5 kg (30 lbs).
• The candidate should have efficient interpersonal skills.
• The candidate must have excellent oral communication skills.
• The candidate should be client-focused.
• The candidate must have excellent written communication skills.
• The candidate must be flexible.
• The candidate must show initiative.
• The candidate must be a good team player.

Work Setting

• The candidate must work in a group home to provide care, supervision, and support to residents, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment.
• The candidate must be able to work in the employer’s or client’s home, be capable of working at varied site locations, and understand that performance progression is reviewed annually.
• The candidate should work in various locations when employees are scattered across different worksites.
• The candidate must work in a social service or charity agency, delivering programs and support that address community needs and promote social welfare.
• The candidate should work in a private residence, office, or work area only open to the public in the ordinary course of business if by individual invitation.

Additional Information

Security and Safety

• The candidate must undergo a criminal record check.
• The candidate must be able to pass a Child Abuse Registry check.
• The candidate must have a valid driver’s licence.
• The candidate must undergo an adult abuse registry check.

Transportation/travel information

• The candidate must have their own vehicle.
• The candidate must have a valid driver’s licence.

Benefits

• The candidate shall receive benefits in line with the collective agreement contract between the employer and the union representing a bargaining unit.
• The candidate will receive mileage reimbursement.
• The candidate should receive other benefits, such as any accrued compensation or advantage of the executive other than accrued compensation payable on or after termination of employment under a plan, policy, or company program.

How to apply

Use the provided options and submit your application if you are interested.

By email

[email protected]

By mail

96 Tillson Ave
Tillsonburg, ON
N4G 3A1