Careers

Program: Passport Status: 6 Month Contract-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, team work 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 data base 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 #2024-168 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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Download the PDF: 2024-168-Community Support Worker-Passport -6 Month Contract

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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DOWNLOAD PDF: 2024-151-Full Time Support Worker-18 Month Contract (2)

2024-187-Full Time Supervisor (002)

Program: Supported Independent Living and Intensive Supports
Status: Full-Time
Pay Rate: $30.05
Location: Owen Sound and District
Hours of Work: Based on the needs of people supported and may include days evening and weekends.
Benefits: Employer paid Health and Dental, RRSP matching, Vacation and Paid Time Off.

Community Living Owen Sound and District is looking for a highly motivated and committed leader to join our Support Services team, to implement and establish systems. Reporting to the Manager of Supported Independent Living and Intensive Supports, the Supervisor is responsible for the leadership and oversight of Supported Independent Living and Intensive supports programs within their portfolio in a manner which complies with provincial and federal legislation and standards. The focus of the work will be to ensure smooth operations and implement and establish systems that will ensure quality service delivery. Specific functions include providing effective program monitoring and implementation, handling day to day operational issues, supervising an interdisciplinary team.

The Supervisors of Supported Independent Living and Intensive Supports are 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.

To succeed as a supervisor, you will be able to demonstrate the ability to:
• Understand developmental disabilities, mental health and complex diagnoses.
• Monitor program operation in accordance with policies and procedures as well as compliance, with funder regulations and standards.
• In cooperation with management team identify and implement best practices that can be shared throughout the department.
• Support the staff teams in a timely and sensitive resolution of complaints and service provision issues.
• Support scheduling requirements for the program/agency.
• Assist with the on-call duties on a rotational basis.
• Provide regular supervision and performance appraisals of support staff.
• Provide support for the recruitment and orientation of new employees in the agency.
• Identify and manage risk issues relating to the program as they arise, ensure immediate follow up and reporting any material concerns to management.
• Act in a leadership capacity in the development of community partnerships with other service providers and other community agencies to expand community integration opportunities.
• Operate in an effective, efficient and person-centered manner to achieve the best outcomes.
• Ensure adherence to all aspects of the Occupational Health & Safety Act and Fire Code for the department.
• Ensure adherence of the implementation of fire and emergency drill procedures and review reports to ensure that follow up is completed as required.
• Build strong relationships with supported adults and their families/guardians.
• Facilitate regular team meetings.
• Participate in the development of Individual Service Plans and Positive Behaviour Support Plans.
• Submit summary reports as required.
• Work collaboratively with other departments.
The successful candidate will possess:
• BSW or DSW, or related degree/diploma.
• A minimum of 3 years leadership experience in the developmental services or related sector. A combination of education and experience will also be considered.
• Knowledge and understanding of Person-Centered Planning, MCCSS compliance standards and other related legislative requirements.
• Demonstrated success in mentoring and coaching staff teams to achieve measurable outcomes.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and model positive change in an environment.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Excellent skills in the use of technology and social media.
• Have the ability to find creative and innovative solutions to challenging situations.
• Exhibit interpersonal skills that endorse good ethics and integrity.

Please submit cover letter and resume to employment@comlivos.on.ca quoting:
Supervisor-Job Posting #2024-187 in the subject line.

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