KW Habilitation is a local not-for-profit organization that provides a wide range of individualized services and supports to children with any special need and adults with developmental disabilities. We support individuals to live a fulfilling life which is fostered through preschool and early learning supports, respite services, residential services, community participation and employment supports. Our Vision Statement guides our work: “A community where everyone belongs and participates”
JOB OPPORTUNITY:
ROVING DIRECT SUPPORT WORKER (FULL-TIME)
LOCATION: Kitchener-Waterloo, ON
We are looking for a Roving Staff to join our team and support people in their community. Specific duties for this role include: providing respectful and supportive care, promoting people’s skills and abilities, providing the opportunity and education for growth and development, honouring personal choice and informed decision-making, and implementing individualized routines plans with attainable outcomes. Successful applicants will demonstrate a strong commitment to person directed support and the vision of KW Habilitation.
Requirements:
- Post-Secondary education in a Human Services, or enrolled in a post-secondary institution and attending school.
- Six months related experience (experience working/volunteering with people who have a developmental disability preferred)
- Able to provide physical assistance where applicable (e.g., lifting, transfers) and behavioural support as required.
- Able to implement positive behavioral approaches, work as an integral part of the team and demonstrate effective interpersonal communication skills.
- Able to demonstrate creative problem-solving and decision-making, initiative, resilience, and collaboration
- Commitment to providing person directed support, fostering independence, and advocating for others
- The successful candidate will have strong organizational, housekeeping/cleaning, communication skills and knowledge of KWH administration procedures an asset.
- Current First Aid, NVCI, and computer skills are also essential qualifications.
- Reliable transportation
- Fully vaccinated for COVID-19
Schedule: Wednesday to Friday and every other Saturday, rotating shifts of 7am-5pm and 1pm-11pm (70 hours over a two-week period). Home base to be determined.
Start Date: Immediately
Rate of Pay: $21.09 – $23.10 (includes wage enhancement)
To Apply Online Please Visit Our Job Application Page HERE
Applicants must apply in writing submitting a résumé and cover letter with a summary of relevant qualifications and reason for interest in this position by Sunday July 3, 2022 to:
KW Habilitation
ATTN: Deb Hurgett – Quality Assurance and On Call Manager
99 Ottawa Street South
Kitchener, ON N2G 3S8
Job ID: 2273
