Developmental Services Worker II (London)

Developmental Services Worker II (London)

12 Oct
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Community Living
|
London

12 Oct

Community Living

London

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS:

Resume should include details of education and experience. Applicants must clearly demonstrate on their application and during the selection process that they meet all the essential criteria. During the selection process, you must provide concrete examples which illustrate how you meet each qualification.

Must provide proof of education credentials along with your application. Two supervisory references are required. Please ensure you provide full contact details including phone and e-mail address for reference.

Candidates will not be solicited for missing information.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION: Please note, applicants who do not meet the minimum educational requirements will not be considered for this position.

- DSW Diploma, successful completion of the DSW Apprenticeship program, CYW/CYC Diploma, BA in a related field.

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

- Current First Aid, Pharmacology, CPR, NVCI, CPI, Musculoskeletal Disorder Prevention and WHMIS
- Valid G class driver’s licence is required

EXPERIENCE:

- Extensive experience working with adults with an intellectual disability, significant behavioural challenges, Fetal Alcohol Syndrome, Autism, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Dual Diagnosis-Schizophrenia
- Case Management experience essential
- Proven experience in a leadership role within a large team with ability to work independently and in a team environment
- Experience in developing and implementing behaviour protocols with data collection
- Previous experience working with families and a multi-disciplinary team in the planning and delivery of supports
- Experience in facilitating individual support plans in cooperation with support networks using a Person-Centred Approach.
- Demonstrated experience in utilizing NVPCI (CPI) techniques and interventions
- Experience in administering and managing medications
- Demonstrated experience in utilizing computer and familiarity with the AIMS database (Citrix, Word, Excel)
- Experience in providing personal care to people

ABILITY,



SKILL AND KNOWLEDGE:

- Ability to complete basic household duties including cooking, cleaning, and laundry.
- Demonstrated ability to follow and create menu plans
- Ability and willingness to participate in activities that reflect individualized interests
- Demonstrated success in adapting to a variety of people, situations and environments
- Ability to show innovative and progressive attitude with a commitment to the enhancement of Personal Outcome Measures.
- Proven ability to be highly motivated, creative and versatile person.
- Proven ability to prioritize tasks while juggling multiple schedules in a busy environment.
- Ability to support a number of people with diverse needs and abilities at any given time.
- Knowledge of Employee responsibilities in accordance with Occupational Health and Safety Act.
- Proven ability to present an image of professionalism and have a positive impact when

communicating.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Able to problem solve and have good organizational skills.
- Able to work independently and in a team environment.
- Proven ability to develop and implement behaviour protocols with extensive data collection, while working with a multi-disciplinary team.
- Proven ability to provide support using a Person-Centred Approach.
- Ability to assist team members with carrying out developed protocols.

PERSONAL SUITABILITIES (Core Competencies):

- Building Relationships
- Problem Solving and Decision Making
- Resilience

Valued People Inclusive Community: Community Living London is committed to building a diverse workforce that is reflective of Canadian society. As a result,



it promotes employment equity and encourages women, Aboriginal persons, persons with a disability and members of visible minority groups to apply. Community Living London is committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free selection and appointment processes and work environments. If contacted in relation to this process, please advise the organization's representative of your need for accommodation measures which must be taken to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner. OTHER NOTES: Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Reference checks will be sought. An interview will be administered. A written examination may be administered. Candidates must meet the essential qualifications to be appointed to a position.

Please identify clearly your current classification and your employment status on your resume and/or application form. Acknowledgment of receipt of applications will not be sent; we will contact candidates when the screening process is completed. You must provide proof of your educational credentials.

For this selection process, we intend to communicate with the candidates by email. Candidates who apply to this selection process must include in their application a valid email address, make sure that this address is functional at all times, and accept messages from unknown users (some email systems block these types of email).

Please apply through Indeed. No phone calls or emails please.

Pay: From $33.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits

- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Life insurance
- Mileage reimbursement
- Vision care

Application question(s):
- Do you have your DSW diploma or a BA degree in a field such as psychology or sociology?
- Are you comfortable driving a large accessible vehicle?

Experience:
- Working with persons with developmental disabilities: 2 years (required)

Licence/Certification:
- Class G Licence (required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Developmental Services Worker II (London)
🏢 Community Living
📍 London

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