Hours of Work: Week 1: Sun 9 a.m.–5 p.m., Wed–Thu and Sat 8 a.m.–4 p.m. and Fri 1–9 p.m.
Week 2: Sun 9 a.m.–5 p.m., Wed–Sat 8 a.m.–4 p.m.
This is a Permanent Full-Time Position within the Bargaining Unit.
Posting Date: November 04, 2026
Closing Date: November 11, 2026 @ 5:00pm
Overview
Direct Support Facilitators provide support and assistance to children, youth or young adults attending our programs delivering social, recreational and learning based activities within the community.
Qualifications
- DSW, SSW or Social Sciences degree or diploma in a related field.
- Two (2) years recent experience working with children with a developmental disability preferred.
- Valid NCI Certification.
- Valid First Aid/CPR Certification.
- Valid Broad Sector Check.
- A valid G class driver’s license with insurance in good standing.
- Solid commitment to the individuals supported by Community Living Hamilton.
- Positive attitude and a true appreciation for diverse abilities.
- Additional consideration will be given to candidates possessing:
- Fluency in a 2nd language
- Experience with diverse client groups
- Tradiation/Education in Mental Health
- Training/Education in ASD
- Additional job-related training/certifications
Core Competencies
- Advocating for Others: Helping build understanding and awareness to remove barriers and achieve inclusion.
- Working with Others: Communicating to reach understanding in others and yourself and then working together to meet shared goals.
- Creativity, Problem Solving & Decision Making: Understanding a situation, exploring options and making the best choice to achieve success.
- Helping Others Achieve: Providing support and guidance to others, building on strengths and encouraging others to work towards their goals.
- Initiative: Taking the action needed to follow through on plans and act on opportunities and address concerns.
- Interpersonal Relationships & Respect: Dealing with people in a sensitive and respectful manner. Listening & understanding perspectives.
- Resilience: Continuing on, even in difficult situations and being willing to take a stand for what is right.
An equivalent combination of Education, Experience and Ability acceptable to the Director and Manager may be considered.
📌 Direct Support Facilitator 2026-67 (Canada)
🏢 Community Living
📍 Canada
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