Careers

Program: Supported Group Living
Status: Full-Time/ 18- month Contract
Pay Rate: $24.77
Location: Wellington, Port Elgin 
Hours of Work: 12hr shifts; up to 84 hours bi-weekly; every other weekend.

Do you want to make a difference in the lives of people and the community?  If that is you, you have come to the right place!  At Community Living Owen Sound and District, we are looking for outgoing, energetic, and compassionate people to join our team to support people with intellectual disabilities to live their best lives.  You will be joining a dedicated team of direct support professionals who are committed to creating a community of inclusion where all people are welcomed and accepted.

As a Support Worker with Community Living Owen Sound and District, you will be supporting people within their home to live their best lives. The Support Worker will support people with all aspects of daily living and explore opportunities to offer the people they support, so they can be as active as they choose to be within the community. The support worker will work with the people they support to encourage them to live independent lives where they are able to complete daily tasks and responsibilities independently.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work each day towards supporting people based on the mission, vision and values of Community Living Owen Sound and District to live their best lives;
• Establishing respectful relationships with people, recognizing their rights as citizens; promoting their dignity and well-being;
• Assist people to develop informed decision- making skills and exercising of choices;
• Support each person as indicated by the person in their Individual Support Plan, Positive Behaviour Support Plan and any other protocols developed by the person supported;
• Carry out established supports required for the health, safety and rights for the protection and promotion of each person;
• Provide support in a person’s home; preparing nutritional meals, administering medication, assisting with personal care and other areas as needed or requested;
• Accurately complete any required documentation.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Completion of a Developmental Services Worker Program/Social Services Worker Program/Personal Support Worker Program and/or minimum 1 -year experience working with people with an intellectual disability;
• Strong written, verbal and non-verbal skills;
• Team player with an ability to work independently;
• Comfortable with web- based technology;
• Current First Aid/CPR;
• Valid Driver’s License;
• Experience providing support to people with complex needs is a strong asset.

Please submit cover letter and resume to employment@comlivos.on.ca quoting:

Support Worker-Job Posting #2024-151 in the subject line.

We would like to this opportunity to thank all applicants; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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2024-190-Full Time Support Worker_New Team

2024-194-Full Time Support Worker- Port Elgin 

Full Time Support Worker
Program: Supported Group Living
Status: Full-Time
Pay Rate: $24.77
Location: Port Elgin
Hours of Work: 12hr shifts; up to 84 hours bi-weekly; every other weekend.

Benefits: Employer paid Health and Dental, RRSP matching, Vacation and Paid Time Off.

Do you want to make a difference in the lives of people and the community? If that is you, you have come to the right place! At Community Living Owen Sound and District, we are looking for outgoing, energetic, and compassionate people to join our team to support people with intellectual disabilities to live their best lives. You will be joining a dedicated team of direct support professionals who are committed to creating a community of inclusion where all people are welcomed and accepted.
As a Support Worker with Community Living Owen Sound and District, you will be supporting people within their home to live their best lives. The Support Worker will support people with all aspects of daily living and explore opportunities to offer the people they support, so they can be as active as they choose to be within the community. The support worker will work with the people they support to encourage them to live independent lives where they are able to complete daily tasks and responsibilities independently.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Work each day towards supporting people based on the mission, vision and values of Community Living Owen Sound and District to live their best lives.
Establishing respectful relationships with people, recognizing their rights as citizens; promoting their dignity and well-being.
Assist people to develop informed decision- making skills and exercising of choices.
Support each person as indicated by the person in their Individual Support Plan, Positive Behaviour Support Plan and any other protocols developed by the person supported.
Carry out established supports required for the health, safety and rights for the protection and promotion of each person.
Provide support in a person’s home; preparing nutritional meals, administering medication, assisting with personal care and other areas as needed or requested.
Accurately complete any required documentation.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Completion of a Developmental Services Worker Program/Social Services Worker Program/Personal Support Worker Program and/or minimum 1 -year experience working with people with an intellectual disability.
Strong written, verbal and non-verbal skills.
Team player with an ability to work independently.
Comfortable with web- based technology.
Current First Aid/CPR.
Valid Driver’s License.
Experience providing support to people with complex needs is a strong asset.
Please submit cover letter and resume to employment@comlivos.on.ca quoting:
Support Worker-Job Posting #2024-194 in the subject line.

2024-195-Community Support Worker-Passport -1 Year Contract

Community Support Worker – Passport (1 Year Contract)
Program: Passport
Status: 1 year contract or upon return of the incumbent-up to 40 hours a week.
Pay Rate: $26.54 per hour
Location: Owen Sound, Port Elgin, and surround areas.
Hours of Work: Based on the needs of people supported and may include days evening and weekends.
Do you want to make a difference in the lives of people and the community? If that is you, you have come to the right place! At Community Living Owen Sound and District, we are looking for outgoing, energetic, and compassionate people to join our team to support people with intellectual disabilities to live their best lives. You will be joining a dedicated team of direct support professionals who are committed to creating a community of inclusion where all people are welcomed and accepted.
Reporting to the Manager of Passport, Employment and Individualized Funding, the Community Support Worker – Passport will be responsible for empowering individuals with a developmental disability to achieve personal success and encourage independence and skill development through person directed planning and direct supports. The delivery of supports will be individualized through the utilization of Passport Funding and other sources of individualised funding and may include, but not limited to activities of daily living, community participation and community access, relationship building, transportation, and networking with families, individuals and community resources.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Work each day towards supporting people based on the mission, vision and values of Community Living Owen Sound and District to live their best lives.
Establishing respectful relationships with people, recognizing their rights as citizens; promoting their dignity and well-being.
Create activity calendars with various community options and events, to be complemented by 1:1 supports and/or with a small group.
Facilitate 1:1 or small group activities around approved Passport guidelines.
Supports with volunteering within the community, and employment supports.
Provide indoor and outdoor recreation and leisure activities, promoting an active lifestyle.
Support people to participate in interest groups and clubs in the community.
Support people to participate in cultural events of their interest.
Work as a team member with others providing support to the person.
Maintain up to date case notes, progress reports and files in appropriate data base with relevant and up to date documentation.
Ensure that people are supported as per their goals for Passport activities within the established budget.
Maintain accountability for supplies, cash and other funds as applicable.
Accurately complete any required documentation.
QUALIFICATIONS:
•DSW, Recreation and Leisure Diploma, or equivalent degree/diploma in a related field.
•2-5 years’ experience in the social services and or community support sector, preferable with individuals with an intellectual disability.
•Program development and implementation experience.
•Strong understanding of the Passport Program guidelines.
•Experience working with people facing barriers to full community participation.
•Superior communication skills, interpersonal skills, teamwork skills, negotiation skills, and problem solving.
•Effective and accurate written and oral communication is required.
•Proficient in the use of computers including MS Office, and web-based database programs, etc.
•Current valid certificate in First Aid, C.P.R., Non-Violent Crisis /Intervention (CPI).
•Current valid driver’s license and own reliable transportation to be used in the course of employment.
•Exemplary Customer service skills, the ability to advocate for others, creative problem-solving skills, initiative, resilience, and a profound desire and ability to enhance the lives of supported individuals.

Please submit cover letter and resume to employment@comlivos.on.ca quoting:
Support Worker-Job Posting #2024-195 in the subject line.

2024-196-Special Needs Resource Consultant

Special Needs Resource Consultant
Program: Early Intervention Supports for Children
Status: Full-Time
Pay Range: $27.52
Location: Grey County

Hours of Work: 40 hours per week-8:30 to 4:30 with flexibility to work some evenings.
Benefits: Employer paid Health and Dental, RRSP matching, Vacation and Paid Time Off.

Reporting to the Manager of Early Intervention supports for Children, the Special Needs Resource Consultant is
required to perform their duties in a manner consistent with the Mission, Vision and Values of Community Living Owen Sound and District and to create a safe and supportive environment for all people supported and staff within the agencies.

Reporting to the Manager of Early Intervention Supports: The Special Needs Resource Consultant will be responsible for:
•Screen, assess and provide inclusion strategies, resources and adapt interventions to meet the diverse needs of children with special needs in licensed childcare settings
•Provide developmental information and anticipatory guidance to early childhood educators and parents
•Develop service plans and individual support plans for children in collaboration with early childhood educators and parents according to the practices of the workplace and in accordance with the Child Care Early Years Act and Ministry of Education requirements
•Support families who have a child with a developmental delay or diagnosed disability
•Establish working relationships with other community- based service providers and allied professionals
•Offer service coordination and planning for transition to kindergarten for families and service providers
•Advocate at the local level to ensure children and families receive the services they need
Qualifications:
•A degree or diploma from a University or College of recognized standing in Early Childhood Education
•A post diploma Resource Teacher Certificate or equivalent
•Membership in good standing with the College of Early Childhood Educators
•A minimum of 2 years’ experience working in formal licensed childcare settings
•Work related experiences involving interdisciplinary teamwork with education, health, developmental and children’s mental health services
•Knowledge of the local children’s services system, and resources
•Demonstrated competencies working with infants, toddlers and preschoolers with delays in development
•Demonstrated understanding of core issues related to lifelong disability/community living and ability to support families in addressing those issues within a family-centred/directed model
•Theoretical and applied knowledge of child development, family systems theories, individual family service planning, atypical infant and child development and the impact of disability and delay on growth and development
•Abilities to carry out child developmental screenings, interpret results and write summary reports
•Demonstrated skills in working with community service providers and early childhood educators, group facilitation skills and committee participation
•Demonstrated practical experience in exercising independent judgment and initiative. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal, including record keeping, reporting, presentation and public speaking) and ability to work as an effective team member
•Demonstrated abilities in use of technologies and various software applications, virtual conferencing platforms and tele-intervention
Please be advised that this position involves extensive travel in Grey County and requires the use of a personal vehicle. A valid Ontario driver’s license, First Aid/CPR Certificate and satisfactory criminal reference check for the vulnerable sector is required.

Please submit cover letter and resume to employment@comlivos.on.ca quoting:
Special Needs Resource Consultant-Job Posting #2024-196 in the subject line.

Posting No.: 2024-200
Posting Date: August 14th, 2024
Closing Date: August 21st, 2024

Community Living Owen Sound and District is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier free
recruitment and selection process. Applicants are encouraged to advise in advance if accommodation is required.

Community Support Worker-CP
12-Month Contract
Program: Community Participation

Status: Full Time- 12-Month Contract.
Pay Rate: $26.54
Location: Owen Sound and District
Hours of Work: 40 hours a week. Flexibility is required to workdays, evenings and weekends based on the needs of people supported.
Vacation and PTO

Do you want to make a difference in the lives of people and the community? If that is you, you have come to the right place! At Community Living Owen Sound and District, we are looking for outgoing, energetic, and compassionate people to join our team to support people with intellectual disabilities to live their best lives. You will be joining a dedicated team of direct support professionals who are committed to creating a community of inclusion where all people are welcomed and accepted.
The successful applicant will be dedicated to empowering individuals to achieve personal success and encourage as much independence and skill development as possible for the persons supported. Community Participation Support worker will develop and implement calendar-based Community Participation activities in the Health and Wellness, Special Interests, Recreation and Leisure areas to meet the needs of the people in the program. The Community Participation Support Worker may also support people who are in need in day respite.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
•Self-directed: confident in exercising judgement and making decisions.
•Strong communication skills (written and verbal).
•Advocating for others.
•Ability to make decisions and exercise judgement within generally prescribed procedures, instructions and standards.
•The ability to be flexible in adapting to and working effectively within a variety of situations, and with various individuals or groups. Being adaptable in understanding and appreciating different and opposing perspectives on an issue or situation, adapting one’s approach as the requirements of a situation change.
•Counselling skills, behavioural interventions, conflict resolution, money management and interpersonal skill development.
•Familiarity with computers.
•Demonstrated willingness to collaborate effectively with others is critical to creating alignment within and across groups, and to providing high levels of services to those who are supported.
•Maintain stamina and performance and to act effectively under pressure.
•Demonstrate a positive work performance.
•Must have a valid driver’s license and use of a vehicle.
•Must be able to adhere to IPAC (Infection Protection and Control) practices and wear Personal Protective Equipment when and where applicable.

QUALIFICATIONS:
•Have formal knowledge of developmental disabilities. This knowledge would typically be acquired by obtaining a two-year related Community College diploma.
•Have a minimum of two years with related experience with a minimum of one year in the provision of direct support for people with developmental disabilities.
•A good understanding of dual diagnosis.
•Current First Aid and CPR certification. Non-Violent Crisis Intervention certification is required within 30 days of hire.

Please submit cover letter and resume to employment@comlivos.on.ca quoting:
Community Support Worker-Job Posting #2024-200 in the subject line.
We would like to this opportunity to thank all applicants; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

2024-204-Community Support Worker-SIL

Posting No.: 2024-204
Posting Date: August 23rd ,2024
Closing Date: August 30th, 2024

Please submit cover letter and resume to employment@comlivos.on.ca quoting:
Community Support Worker-Job Posting #2024-204 in the subject line.

Community Living Owen Sound and District is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier free
recruitment and selection process. Applicants are encouraged to advise in advance if accommodation is required.

Program: Supported Independent Living
Status: Full Time
Pay Rate: $26.54
Location: Owen Sound and District
Hours of Work: 40 hours a week. Flexibility is required to workdays, evenings and weekends based on the needs of people supported.
Benefits: Employer paid Health and Dental, RRSP matching, Vacation and Paid Time Off.

Do you want to make a difference in the lives of people and the community? If that is you, you have come to the right place! At Community Living Owen Sound and District, we are looking for outgoing, energetic, and compassionate people to join our team to support people with intellectual disabilities to live their best lives. You will be joining a dedicated team of direct support professionals who are committed to creating a community of inclusion where all people are welcomed and accepted.

The successful applicant will be dedicated to empowering individuals to achieve personal success and encourage as much independence and skill development as possible for the persons supported. The delivery of supports is individualized; involving but not limited to household management skills, relationship building, personal health and wellness and networking with families, individuals and the community resources to enhance the quality of life of the individual.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
•Self-directed: confident in exercising judgement and making decisions.
•Strong communication skills (written and verbal).
•Advocating for others.
•Ability to make decisions and exercise judgement within generally prescribed procedures, instructions and standards.
•The ability to be flexible in adapting to and working effectively within a variety of situations, and with various individuals or groups. Being adaptable in understanding and appreciating different and opposing perspectives on an issue or situation, adapting one’s approach as the requirements of a situation change.
•Counselling skills, behavioural interventions, conflict resolution, money management and interpersonal skill development.
•Familiarity with computers.
•Demonstrated willingness to collaborate effectively with others is critical to creating alignment within and across groups, and to providing high levels of services to those who are supported.
•Maintain stamina and performance and to act effectively under pressure.
•Demonstrate a positive work performance.
•Must have a valid driver’s license and use of a vehicle.
•Must be able to adhere to IPAC (Infection Protection and Control) practices and wear Personal Protective Equipment when and where applicable.

QUALIFICATIONS:
•Have formal knowledge of developmental disabilities. This knowledge would typically be acquired by obtaining a two-year related Community College diploma.
•Have a minimum of two years with related experience with a minimum of one year in the provision of direct support for people with developmental disabilities.
•A good understanding of dual diagnosis.
•Current First Aid and CPR certification. Non-Violent Crisis Intervention certification is required within 30 days of hire.

Please submit cover letter and resume to employment@comlivos.on.ca quoting:
Community Support Worker-Job Posting #2024-204 in the subject line.

We would like to this opportunity to thank all applicants; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.