Community Inclusion Support Worker

COMMUNITY INCLUSION SUPPORT WORKER

Brampton Caledon Community Living is seeking a Part-Time Community Inclusion Support Worker to support children and youth with an intellectual disability between the ages of 14 to 21 to participate in a variety of social, recreational, and educational activities and to enhance their skills, independence, and inclusion in the community while providing out-of-home respite support to families.

Position Expectations:

• Demonstrate a commitment to Brampton Caledon Community Living’s vision, mission, and values
• Establish respectful relationships with children and youth. Demonstrate positive interpersonal communication skills with children and youth, supporting their families and members of the community
• Be aware of community resources, activities, and opportunities that would promote the social inclusion of children and youth supported
• Focus on personal strengths and interests of the children and youth and be able to plan and implement meaningful community-based activities
• Empower children and youth to develop and experience relationships through involvement with social and community groups
• Support the child and/or youth to access and attend social, recreational, leisure, cultural and educational community-based activities
• Provide a fun and exciting learning environment where children and youth can grow socially

Qualifications:

A diploma or degree in Developmental Services Worker (DSW), Social Service Worker (SSW), ECE. Advanced Studies in Special Needs, or a related field. Candidates currently completing their final year of post-secondary education will also be considered.

• Ability to relate to children and youth with an intellectual disability and their families. Sound understanding of legislation and policy governing the developmental services sector as well as best practices and quality assurance and/or continuous improvement practices or processes
• Strong interpersonal skills; ability to express and professionally present oneself; sound decision-making skills
• Strong planning and organizational skills
• Ability to think creatively.
• Self-Motivated and flexible
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Commitment to the goals and vision of Brampton Caledon Community Living; knowledge of SRV and Personal Outcome Measures is an asset

Hours of Work:

Part-time position – 2 days per week.

• Sundays: 11:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
• Wednesdays: 4:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

Required Qualifications.

• Valid Class G driver’s license and a reliable car
• Clean Current Driver’s Abstract
• Current Standard First Aid/CPR; CPI is an asset
• Vulnerable Sector Police Check
• Fluency in French is an asset
• Proficiency in computer skills
• Must have 1-2 years of related experience

We thank all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please

Brampton Caledon Community Living (BCCL) is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to hiring a workforce inclusive of the diverse population it serves. BCCL promotes the principles of diversity and equity and adheres to the tenets of the Ontario Human Rights Code and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application, interview or selection processes, please contact the Human Resources Department for assistance.