Would you like to... work with an enthusiastic and committed team; share new and creative ideas? If so, Empower Simcoe may be just the place for you!

We are recruiting for a number of permanent full-time Community Participation Support Workers in Barrie. Utilizing a personal outcome-based approach, support people in making informed choices that lead to successful inclusion and participation in community based recreational/leisure activities; work/volunteer placements.

Compensation Package:

• Work up to 37.5 hours per week;
• Minimum starting rate of pay is $28.10 per hour;
• 11 statutory holidays are observed;
• Confidential Employer paid Employee Assistance program for you and your family members;

Following the successful completion of a 3-month probationary period:

• Employer paid life insurance, short- and long-term disability, health and dental benefits;
• Group RRSP plan with Employer matched benefit up to 5% of gross earnings biweekly;
• Employer vacation, sick and personal leave time;

Minimum Requirements for this position include:

• Degree or Diploma in developmental services or a closely related field;
• One-year recent work experience working in a community setting supporting the integration of people supported through outcome-based approach;
• Demonstrated knowledge of community resources;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including demonstrated experience in Microsoft office applications and database administration;

Special factors of this position:

• Needs of this program require flexibility as support needs are based on people's individual needs and community partner requirements as identified by the community partners;
• Will be required to work flexible hours which will include working evenings, weekends and public holidays;
• Valid class G driver's license and reliable transportation is required;

Duties and Responsibilities (does not include all duties):

• Facilitate and support participation in meaningful community-based activities which support individuals to develop skills utilizing community infrastructure such as transportation services to promote and develop leisure, recreational, employment and volunteer opportunities within the community;
• Participating in goal planning with people and attending individual planning meetings as requested and supporting people to attain their desired goals;
• Assisting people to maintain positive relationships and to facilitate independence in volunteer placements and competitive employment; providing job coaching as required;
• Facilitating positive involvement and interaction in the community, acting in a professional manner at all times and as a role model for people supported;
• Supporting people to successfully transition from school;
• Providing personal hygiene supports as necessary;

Empower Simcoe is committed to a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace where everyone feels respected and valued. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation or disability. Applications are encouraged from those who reflect the diversity of our community.

SUBMIT APPLICATION BY:

Internal 4:00 p.m. Thursday, December 1, 2022

External 4:00 p.m. Thursday, December 8, 2022

We thank all those who apply for this position. However, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

Please note that incomplete applications will not be considered. If you have any issues with the application process, please contact Human Resources at 705-726-9082 ext. 2342 or rjacobs@empowersimcoe.ca.

Empower Simcoe is committed to being non-discriminatory and providing equal and barrier-free selection and appointment processes and work environments. If contacted in relation to this position, please let us know if you require accommodation during the recruitment and selection process. Our inclusive culture empowers all of us to Be, Belong and Thrive.

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