Careers

JOB POSTING: COMMUNITY/RESIDENTIAL SUPPORT WORKER (Mental Health/Dual Diagnosis)

 

ICSS is currently looking for a support worker with a willingness and passion for supporting individuals who require behavioural support.  This position is a residential model for persons who have a dual diagnosis with challenging behaviours.  The successful candidate will provide case management, outreach, advocacy services and care planning to individuals. 

 

Educational/

Availability

Requirements

  • DSW, CYW or SSW or 3 years experience in the field working with individuals managing mental health issues in the community, or an equivalent combination.
  • Must have CPR/First Aid/CPI training.
  • Available to work rotating and weekend shifts.

Experience

Requirements

  • Experience and ability to deal with behavioural & crisis situations.
  • Skilled in utilizing the person centred planning approach, at least six months' recent community residential support experience involving individuals with intellectual and/or physical challenges.
  • Candidates must have a proven track record in the areas of support provision and positive, professional relationships with community partners and families.
  • Effective conflict resolution, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
  • Experience in medication administration.

Responsibilities

  • Ensure all social needs are being met in the aspects of community involvement; research possibilities for outings/activities and job placement or volunteer work that may be suitable for the resident (ie: volunteer jobs, leisure activities, etc.)
  • Support each individual to develop skills and assume roles which promote his/her effective participation in the community.
  • Implement supports for individuals to achieve personal goals and new skills as established through individual support plans and Person Centered Planning
  • Organizing, planning and prioritizing work, developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize and accomplish work tasks.

 

JOB POSTING:

RESIDENTIAL SUPPORT WORKER (supporting adults with Developmental Disabilities)

  

Educational

Requirements

Ø      DSW, CYW, SSW or PSW with 3 years experience in the field

Ø      First Aid/ CPR

Ø      Behavioral Management

Ø      Life / Social Skills programming

Ø      Valid Ontario driver’s license

 

Experience

Requirements

Ø      Experience working with special needs residents

Ø      Experience in medication administration

Ø      Total care experience/minor behaviour experience

Ø      Following behaviour protocols

 

Responsibilities

Ø      Understand and participate in helping the client to accomplish his/her goals

Ø      Ensure that proper personal care is completed with each resident, including care of clothing and personal items

Ø      Ensure that the residence remains safe (Health & Safety, fire drills) and clean at all times

Ø      Participate in training / upgrading opportunities to enhance the level of care and skill being offered to the residents

Ø      Adhere to medication administration Policies and Procedures

Ø      Follow all recording and reporting procedures

 

Extra Skills

Required

Ø      Plan, organize and execute outings for the residents

Ø      Cooking, according to nutritional standards

Ø      Computer skills

Ø      Ability to work as part of a team

 

 

Please include your resume, as well as a cover letter outlining your accomplishments as well as additional information indicating why you would be suitable for this position.  

 

Contact Information:               Innovative Community Support Services

   2025 Lanthier Drive, Orleans  ON  K4A 3V3

Attn:                                           Gayle Cameron

Please apply via email            gayle@icss.ca  Tel: (613) 824-9424 x 224  Fax: (613) 824-9030

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