About L.E.X.I.S.

L.E.X.I.S. Respite & Wellness Inc. is a compassionate, person-centred respite and wellness organization supporting individuals and families through individualized care, skill development, and meaningful community participation. We are currently seeking a Respite & Independent Living Support Worker to support a young adult client with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and ADHD in developing greater independence and confidence in everyday life.

About the Client

Our client is a verbal, personable and creative young adult attending an ECE program at Sheridan College. She enjoys arts and crafts, music, dance, drawing, painting and working with children. She is physically independent and does not require hands-on personal care. Her primary areas of support are executive functioning, routine development, daily living skills, organization and emotional regulation.

Responsibilities The successful candidate will provide individualized support with:

- Developing and maintaining daily routines
- Task initiation and completion Organization and time management
- Meal planning and preparation
- Medication reminders/prompts, within the scope of the role and L.E.X.I.S. policies
- Personal hygiene routines Laundry, cleaning and household responsibilities
- Scheduling and managing appointments
- Organizing school and work responsibilities
- Developing problem-solving and decision-making skills
- Supporting emotional regulation and coping strategies
- Encouraging community participation and independence
- Providing companionship and engaging in the client's preferred activities
- Supporting the client to gradually reduce reliance on family prompting
- Maintaining accurate and professional documentation of services provided





Support Approach The successful candidate must be calm, patient, respectful and non-confrontational. The client may become overwhelmed by unexpected changes or waiting. During periods of significant emotional dysregulation, she may require space, reassurance, reduced demands and time to process.

The worker must be comfortable following an individualized support plan and using positive, person-centred and independence-focused strategies.

This position is about teaching and supporting, not doing everything for the client. We want someone who can provide appropriate prompts while helping the client build the skills and confidence to complete tasks independently.

Qualifications & Experience

We are looking for someone with experience or education in one or more of the following:

- Personal Support Worker (PSW)
- Developmental Service Worker (DSW)
- Behavioural Science / Behavioural Support
- Social Work Nursing
- Early Childhood Education Disability Studies
- Psychology or a related field

Experience supporting individuals with ASD and/or ADHD is strongly preferred. Experience with the following is an asset:

- Executive functioning challenges
- Young adults with developmental disabilities
- Emotional regulation and de-escalation Independent living skills
- Community-based support
- Behavioural support Life skills coaching

Required

- Current First Aid & CPR




- Vulnerable Sector Check
- Reliable transportation is an asset Excellent communication and documentation skills
- Ability to work independently while following a support plan
- Professional boundaries and confidentiality
- Compassionate and respectful approach

Who We’re Looking For The ideal candidate is someone who is warm, patient, encouraging and genuinely interested in helping a young adult develop independence. You don't need to be the person who has all the answers. We are looking for someone who is open to learning, receptive to guidance, and able to build a trusting relationship with the client and family. If you are someone who enjoys helping people develop practical life skills and reach their potential, we would love to hear from you.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume and a brief description of your experience supporting individuals with ASD, ADHD, developmental disabilities, behavioural needs, or independent living skills.

L.E.X.I.S. Respite & Wellness Inc. [email protected]

Pay: $20.00-$25.00 per hour

Perks

- Casual dress
- On-site parking

Ability to commute/relocate:
- Thornhill, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Application question(s):
- Do you have experience supporting individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD, developmental disabilities, emotional regulation needs, or executive functioning challenges?

Yes – extensive experience Yes – some experience

Related experience but not specifically ASD/ADHD

No, but I am willing to learn

Licence/Certification

- First Aid & CPR certification? (required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Respite & Independent Living Support Worker – Young Adult (Thornhill)
🏢 L.E.X.I.S Respite u0026 Wellness
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