Job Overview The Developmental Service Worker plays a vital role in providing 1 on 1 support and care to an individual with CDKL5. This position involves assisting the client in daily living activities, promoting their independence, and ensuring their overall well-being. The Developmental Service Worker will be working alongside the team in the home to deliver the best care. Duties
- Assist clients with personal care tasks, including feeding, grooming, diaper changes, toileting and dressing.
- Administer medication as prescribed and ensure proper documentation.
- Support client in daily living activities
- Engage client in recreational and social activities to promote mental and emotional well-being like swinging, bike rides, walks and outings
- Maintain a clean and safe environment for client
- Assist client with mobility needs, including transferring and heavy lifting when necessary. Skills
- Robust patient care skills with a focus on compassion and empathy.
- Experience in working with special needs adults
- Ability to perform medication administration accurately and responsibly.
- Excellent communication skills to effectively interact with client and family
- Confidentiality to protect the client's rights.
- Capability to handle heavy lifting tasks safely while maintaining proper body mechanics.
- Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks efficiently while providing quality care.
- Able to pivot and become creative with planning activities
- Taking the client out in the community ***Professional Liability Insurance is required for this position.**
* This position requires dedication to enhancing the quality of life for the individual with exceptionalities through supportive services and compassionate care. HOURS: Before/After Program, weekends and evenings
Job Type
s: Part-time, Casual Pay: $28.00-$32.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Flexible schedule
- On-site parking Application question(s):
- What could you bring to the position of a 1:1 Dsw?
Education:
- AEC / DEP or Skilled Trade Certificate (preferred)
Experience:
- special needs: 2 years (required) Licence/Certification:
- CPR Certification (required)
- First Aid Certification (required)
- NVCI (preferred) Work
Location:
In person
📌 Private Developmental Service Worker (Orléans)
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📍 Orléans