Day Supports Facilitator-

DANI’s (Developing and Nurturing Independence) mission is to deliver a full continuum of person-directed services - including social, recreational, employment training, social enterprises and residential - to adults with developmental disabilities, incorporating Jewish practices and traditions; and integrating into the community, and its service networks.

DANI is seeking enthusiastic, energetic, and reliable individuals to fill the position of Day Supports Facilitator. This individual will join our innovative and dynamic ACE Staff Team.

Location: Clark Campus - 501 Clark Ave. West. Thornhill, ON.

Work Days: Monday to Friday, 40 hours/week

Hours: 8:30am to 4:30pm

- Attend and actively participate in daily morning and afternoon meetings
- Observe and assess participant needs/situations and communicate them to the team
- Develop and implement programs for groups of 4-16 participants based on participants’ goals and interests
- Support staff who are leading programs to ensure participants are involved and engaged
- Supervise and manage participants during community outings using proper guidelines
- Responsible for a caseload of 3-5 participants, including communicating with families, supporting the individual goal-setting processes, communicating with staff to ensure appropriate program placement, reviewing progress with families and writing reports




- Support participants in achieving their goals during vocational placements
- Advocate for participants in the program, community and within their families
- Coach participants to independently complete daily living activities
- Complete all administrative work (reports, phone calls, emails) in a timely and professional manner

Job Requirements

- Related college/university diploma or degree
- Experience in program development and implementation, focusing on participants' needs
- Minimum of one year of experience working with individuals with developmental challenges or in a related field
- Proven record of working effectively as part of a team
- Effective verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently
- Satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Screening police check
- Knowledge of Jewish practices and traditions is an asset
- Valid Ontario Driver’s License is an asset

Salary Range: $41,000 - $44,000 annually with opportunities for extended health care benefits. Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $41,000.00-$44,000.00 per year

Benefits

- Company events
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- In office parking
- Vision care

Education:
- DCS / DEC (required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Day Supports Facilitator (Thornhill)
🏢 DANI
📍 Thornhill