Developmental Services: Part-time Direct Care Woker (SIL)

DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES
Supported Independent Living (SIL)
Part-Time Direct Care Worker

Join our team! Be part of a dynamic, not-for-profit organization committed to cultivating opportunities for at-risk youth and vulnerable adults to achieve independence through integration into communities of support. Employment with Anago enables you to contribute to a community where individuals have meaningful connections and are inspired to realize their potential as active participants.

The successful candidate will be responsible for providing supports, within a residential setting, to adults with developmental, physical, and behavioural challenges. Shifts will involve hours as scheduled, primarily evenings, and weekends.

Qualifications: • Able to establish therapeutic relationships on the basis of respect and trust • Post Secondary education in a related field, such as CYW, SSW, DSW, PSW or equivalent Post Secondary education • Ability to lead individuals through a process of self-evaluation and goal setting • Ability to work independently in the delivery of services on shift, as well as within a team • Demonstrated understanding of support requirements specific to individuals with developmental challenges • Experience supporting individuals with daily living while pursuing leisure and recreational opportunities • Ability to write clear, concise observations of behaviour • Strong Advocacy skills • Proven computer skills, MS Office preferred • Ability to use sound judgment and make independent decisions based on Policies & Procedures • Strong organizational, communication, and problem solving skills; attention to detail • A valid Ontario (G) Driver’s Licence, current Police Vulnerable Sector Check (PVSC), Standard First Aid and CPR Level C Certificate, CPI Certificate • Post Secondary in a related field or equivalent • Minimum of one (1) year of experience in residential services, supporting individuals with complex and high behavioural needs • Bilingualism is considered an asset Work Location(s): London, ON Starting Wage: $20.34 per hour plus 4% vacation pay Application Deadline: Submit resume and cover letter, quoting job number 102-090618-486 by 4:00p.m., Thursday, Sept. 6th , 2018 to: Anago Attn: Human Resources 371 Princess Avenue London ON N6B 2A7 Fax: 519-435-0062 E-Mail: employment@anago.on.ca We thank all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please. Anago is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified candidates. If you require accommodation at any stage of the application process, please contact Human Resources at employment@anago.on.ca.