Type of Contract: Permanent Saturday 10:00 a.m. 17 hours Week Two: Sunday 10:00 a.m.

Posting Start Date: August 19, 2026 Posting End Date: August 26, 2026 Founded in 1889, YWCA Hamilton is known as one of Hamilton’s original social innovators and works from a feminist, anti-racist, and anti-oppressive framework. We are committed to providing meaningful and accessible services that create opportunities to amplify voices and co-create gender-inclusive and equitable communities. YWCA Hamilton envisions an equitable world where women (cis and trans), girls, Two-Spirit and gender-diverse people have the rights and resources to shape their own lives and lead their communities.

Join us in taking bold action that leads to life-changing impacts in our community. On-the-job training and professional development opportunities Childcare discounts Opportunities to get involved in our community If you’re passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of women, children, gender diverse people and families every day, we would love for you to join our team! This employee will work within a 24-hour residential housing model that will serve a total of 10 individuals in partnership with another Community Agency Service Provider.

Individuals served will have a confirmed Mental Health Diagnosis & Intellectual Developmental Disability. They will provide delivery of direct support services to all residents within the housing apartment model and ensure the physical and emotional well-being and safety/security of all individuals within the residential site in alignment with YWCA Hamilton's Mission and Vision Statements and in cooperation with partnership of Community Agency Service Provider. This is a unique partnership with another Community Service Agency and funding from two Ministry streams in order to provide the appropriate services and supports to meet the complex needs of the residents.

The employee will work in cooperation and alongside with other Community Agency Staff in cooperation, YWCA Hamilton Staff, including Assigned Program Supervisor, full time, part time and relief team members.



They will perform all duties and responsibilities in a productive, professional and cooperative manner which will contribute to the overall goals of the department and in keeping with general policies and guidelines of YWCA Hamilton. Ensure the physical and emotional well-being of individuals we support is maintained.

This employee will provide delivery of direct support services to individuals we support within their residential housing model. Support services in all areas of daily living within our service plan domains including but not limited to: bathing, hygiene routines, medication administration, meal preparation, grocery shopping, chore lists/housekeeping, laundry, nightly safety inspections, and in-house recreation opportunities and community outings that promote social inclusion. Provide supervision and ensure safety of residents during their shift.

Support services offered will maintain or increase individual’s independent living skills and personal growth. In cooperation with program supervisor will perform all duties and responsibilities in a productive, professional and cooperative manner which will contribute to the overall goals of the partnership and DS Department and in keeping with general policies and guidelines of YWCA Hamilton Ensure the physical and emotional well-being of individuals we support is maintained Assist residents with ADLs, meal preparation, grocery shopping, menu planning, medication administration, assistance with hygiene routines, housekeeping, laundry, community safety skills, transportation, reducing risks to harm, community outings, recreation and social opportunities Contribute in the development, planning,



implementation of day/evening and weekend in-house and community based social/recreational activities Program and agency policies are adhered to by staff and reviewed regularly All necessary administrative/documentation tasks are performed including: MAR sheets, daily communication logs, checklists, chore lists, inspections, incident reports, or other reports/tasks as assigned Ensure that housekeeping/cleanliness/maintenance of program areas or residents’ accommodations standards are met Establish positive professional relationships with staff, individuals, families, and other community service agency providers Ensure YWCA Hamilton workplace health and safety policies and procedures are followed at all times and act to reduce workplace hazards. Report all workplace hazards and follow YWCA Hamilton health and safety policies Minimum Education: SSW or enrolled for completion, DSW Apprenticeship or enrolled, CSW or other human service field Minimum 1-2 Years Part Time or Relief work experience in a 24hr residential setting Previous work experience with individuals with Mental Health Diagnosis and Challenging Behaviours QAM/Abuse Training, Fire Safety ARAO Training Must be able to work all the rotating schedules as assigned (see schedule) Proficiency with MS Office Applications including Word & Outlook Karen (Burmese) & French Language Skills an Asset Attend and participate in all YWCA Hamilton mandatory training Must be willing to provide a pre- employment medical examination and annually thereafter As part of YWCA Hamilton's commitment to Access and Equity, we strive to represent the diverse communities that we serve.

Individuals who are women, First Nations, Métis, immigrant, refugee, LGBTQ2S+; individuals with disabilities; and individuals from racialized communities or other marginalized communities are encouraged to apply. Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process, if you require accommodation please reach out to [email protected] information collected during the recruitment process will only be used for employment opportunities in accordance with the Freedom of Information and Privacy Act.

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