ROVING DIRECT SUPPORT WORKER (FULL-TIME)
LOCATION: Kitchener-Waterloo, ON

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.

We are looking for a Roving Staff to join our team and support people in their community. Successful applicants will demonstrate a strong commitment to person directed support and the vision of KW Habilitation: “A community where everyone belongs and participates”.

Perks

• Developmental Service Worker Apprenticeship Program Sponsor
• Paid on-the-job training
• Paid professional development opportunities
• Employee and Family Assistance Program for all staff, their partners, and dependents
• Extended Health Care Benefits, Registered Pension Plan, and optional Group Retirement Savings Plan
• Discounted rates on home and auto insurance
• Fun and engaging workplace

Responsibilities

• Providing respectful and supportive personal care
• Promoting people’s skills and abilities
• Providing opportunities and education for growth and development
• Honouring personal choice and informed decision-making
• Implementing individualized routines and plans with attainable outcomes

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

Schedule:
Two positions open:

Start Date: Immediately
Rate of Pay: $40,931.80 – 48,048.00