About Participation Lodge Grey Bruce (PLGB)

Participation Lodge Grey Bruce (PLGB) is a community-based social service organization supporting individuals with developmental disabilities, acquired brain injuries, and complex support needs throughout Grey and Bruce Counties.

For more than 50 years, PLGB has empowered individuals to make meaningful choices, develop independence, and participate fully in their communities. Our services support individuals living in our Supported Group Living program as well as those living independently throughout the community.

Our Mission To support the choices of individuals with complex needs to empower and enrich their lives.

Our Vision To be a community leader fostering citizenship for people with complex needs.

Position Summary

PLGB is seeking a Temporary Full-Time Support Worker to join our Supported Group Living (SGL) team.

Support Workers play a vital role in assisting supported individuals with daily living activities, personal care, health and wellness, community participation, and the achievement of personal goals. This position promotes independence, dignity, inclusion, and meaningful community engagement while ensuring a safe and supportive living environment.

Staff provide support on a 24/7 basis and may work days, evenings, weekends, and awake overnight shifts.

Key Responsibilities

Health & Wellness

- Support individuals in achieving and maintaining optimal health and wellbeing.
- Assist with scheduling, attending, and following up on medical and health appointments.
- Promote healthy living, safety, and independence.
- Support behavioural needs using person-centred approaches and approved strategies.
- Assist with household management, including:
- Meal preparation
- Laundry
- Light housekeeping
- Cleaning and organizing living spaces
- Grocery shopping and daily errands

Personal Care Support Assist supported individuals with personal care needs, including but not limited to:
- Personal hygiene and grooming
- Bathing and washing
- Hair and oral care
- Dressing and undressing
- Mobility, transfers, and positioning
- Assistance with eating and hydration
- Medication administration and observation
- Range of motion and physical support activities
- Other individualized supports based on assessed needs

Community Inclusion & Advocacy
- Support individuals in pursuing their goals, interests, and personal choices.




- Encourage community participation and social inclusion.
- Foster positive relationships and friendships.
- Assist with community outings, recreational activities, and appointments.
- Advocate for individual rights, dignity, and personal choice.
- Support communication using individualized communication methods.
- Help individuals access formal and informal community supports.

Documentation & Communication
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation and records.
- Complete reports, daily notes, and incident documentation as required.
- Communicate effectively with families, guardians, coworkers, and community partners.
- Maintain confidentiality and qualified boundaries at all times.

Health & Safety
- Follow all organizational health and safety policies and procedures.
- Respond appropriately to emergencies and crisis situations.
- Utilize CPI and approved de-escalation techniques when required.
- Report hazards, unsafe conditions, incidents, and maintenance concerns promptly.
- Practice safe work procedures and infection prevention measures.

QualificationsEducation
- Developmental Services Worker (DSW), Social Service Worker (SSW), Personal Support Worker (PSW), Human Services, Community Services, Healthcare, or related education preferred.
- Equivalent combinations of education and relevant experience will be considered.

Experience
- Experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities, acquired brain injuries, and/or complex needs is considered an asset.
- Experience providing personal care supports is an asset.
- Experience working in residential or community support settings is preferred.

Required Qualifications
- Valid Ontario Class G Driver's Licence.
- Current Vulnerable Sector Check.
- Current First Aid and CPR Certification, or willingness to obtain.
- Current CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention) Certification, or willingness to obtain.
- Ability to work days, evenings, weekends, holidays, and awake overnight shifts.

Skills & Competencies
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.




- Excellent documentation and organizational abilities.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
- Sound judgment and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to maintain professionalism when handling confidential information.
- Solid time-management and multitasking abilities.
- Commitment to person-centred supports and community inclusion.
- Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office and electronic documentation systems.

Working Conditions
- Temporary Full-Time position.
- Supported Group Living environment.
- Indoor and community-based work settings.
- Day, evening, weekend, and awake overnight shifts.
- Monday through Sunday availability required.

Physical Requirements
- Frequent standing, walking, bending, and reaching.
- Ability to climb stairs.
- Ability to lift and move up to 18 kg.
- Ability to support adult mobility and transfers.
- Occasional computer and administrative work.

Why Join PLGB? At PLGB, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of supported individuals every day. As part of our team, you'll help individuals build independence, achieve personal goals, and participate fully in their communities while working alongside dedicated professionals who are passionate about person-centred support.

Benefits

- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Optional CAAT Pension participation
- On-site fitness facility
- Free parking
- Casual dress environment
- Employee meal discounts (where applicable)

Work Location: Holland Centre, Ontario (In Person) Job Type: Temporary Full-Time

Participation Lodge Grey Bruce is committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

PLGB does not use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to screen or assess applicants during the hiring process.

Pay: From $27.73 per hour

Benefits

- Casual dress
- Employee assistance program
- On-site parking

Ability to commute/relocate:
- Holland Centre, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):
- Please provide a personal email address for us to contact you at.

Licence/Certification:
- Full G License (required)

Work Location: In person

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