Job Information
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Job Title: Community support worker 
Job Type: Permanent
Start Date: ASAP
Address:
Toronto 
Canada

Job Description:
INTERNAL/EXTERNAL JOB POSTING (Job Posting # 2021-109)

TITLE: Community Support Worker

POSITION STATUS: Full Time – Permanent (Non –Union)

SCHEDULE: Monday-Friday 11am-7pm and some weekends (with flexibility as
required)

REPORTS TO: Program Manager

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Bob Rumball Canadian Centre of Excellence for the Deaf (BRCCED) is a
provincial leader in the Deaf community. Our mission is to provide care and
opportunities in a communication-rich environment that enhances the quality
of life of those we serve. We are a highly motivated, collaborative team on a
mission to improve the quality of life for those we serve. We take a person
centered approach that aims to support and make a positive difference in the
Deaf and Hard of Hearing community. Our perks include but not limited to
robust benefits program (for eligible employees), access to sign language
classes, employee rewards & recognition program, comprehensive training and
development, internal progression, and an opportunity to give back to the
community.

Our Programs support Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and Deafblind adults some of whom
have complex behavioural, developmental and/or mental health diagnoses. This
position is responsible for the daily activities of the Supportive
Independent Living (SIL-TO)

Program, and will work with the Program Manager and the Toronto team to
ensure the highest quality of care and services for everyone we serve.

PRIMARY DUTIES

· Ensure that activities and daily support approaches are in accordance with
agency mission, vision, values, strategic direction and policies with a goal
of ensuring the highest quality of care

· Ensure person-centered quality service, and achievement of program and
individual service goals

· Supervise and Administer medications consistent with Organization’s
policies & procedures

· Consistently comply with clinical and program plans including daily
activity schedule

· Life skills training (hygiene, food shopping, budgeting, transportation,
social integration, etc.)

· Behaviour management / One-on-One counselling

· Plan client activities, and training opportunities

· Write and understand daily logs, reports, PDP’s, etc.

· Liaison with family members, connected agencies, and other professionals

· Handling of petty cash

· Match communication levels of clients

· Work successfully in a team-centred environment PLUS work independently in
the community in self-directed manner

· Promote an evidence-based, best practice approach to care

· Advocate on behalf of individuals and their specific needs/goals

· Work collaboratively with team and individual’s service team; dedicating
one-self to excellent service

· Utilize community resources & liaise with community members

QUALIFICATIONS

· Diploma in Human Services related field or three (3) years’ experience
working in a residential setting with Consumers with developmental
disabilities, mental health needs and/or dual diagnosis

· Knowledge and experience working within the deaf community and fluency in
ASL

· Knowledge and experience working with clinical professionals as it relates
to mental health and/or behavioural needs

· Demonstrated leadership, creative problem solving abilities; good
judgement and critical thinker

· Excellent communication, literacy and interpersonal skills

· Innovation, initiative and integrity

· Demonstrated experience in computer literacy (e.g. Word, Excel, Outlook)

· Valid Ontario Full G Driver’s License and clean driving record

· French language/ LSQ an asset

Interested candidates please visit https://www2.bobrumball.org/careers/ [1]
or fax resumes to 855.492.1612

Please contact the above if you need accommodation at any stage of the
application process.

We thank all applicants in advance, however, only candidates selected for an
interview will be contacted.

Posting Date: September 7, 2021 Closing Date: September 21, 2021 Start Date:
Immediat


[1] https://www2.bobrumball.org/careers/


Requirements:
Diploma in Human Services or related




Resume Information
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Applicants should submit the following:: Resume
Majors Desired:: Health Sciences
Degree levels accepted:: Graduate

Application Information
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Apply online at:: https://www2.bobrumball.org/careers/