Number of Vacancies: 1

Type of Contract: Permanent

Hours of Work: 19.0

Compensation: $27.05

Schedule: Sunday 11pm-8am, Week 1 Fri & Sat 4-9, Week 2 Wed & Thursday 4-9

Job Code: 1- HSP 2026

Posting Start Date: September 28, 2026

Posting End Date: October 04, 2026

Department: Developmental Services

Location: Hamilton, ON

ABOUT US

Founded in 1889, YWCA Hamilton is known as one of Hamilton’s original social innovators and works from a feminist, anti-racist, and anti-oppressive framework. We are committed to providing meaningful and accessible services that create opportunities to amplify voices and co-create gender-inclusive and equitable communities.

YWORK FOR US?

Grounded in our core values of intersectional feminism, people-centered approaches, belonging, shared responsibility and strong partnerships, our work is guided by the belief that lasting change can be created together. YWCA Hamilton envisions an equitable world where women (cis and trans), girls, Two-Spirit and gender-diverse people have the rights and resources to shape their own lives and lead their communities. Join us in taking bold action that leads to life-changing impacts in our community.

AS A YWCA HAMILTON EMPLOYEE YOU GET

- On-the-job training and professional development opportunities
- Childcare discounts
- Opportunities to get involved in our community
- A competitive total rewards package that may include extended health benefits and paid sick time (eligibility criteria applies)

If you’re passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of women, children, gender diverse people and families every day, we would love for you to join our team

RESPONSIBILITIES





This employee will work in an assigned primary 24-hour group living/supported living residence for adults with a developmental disability; who may also have behavioural challenges, mental health diagnosis and/or physical or complex medical needs. They will provide delivery of direct support services to all individuals within the residential setting, and ensure the physical and emotional well-being and safety/security of all individuals within the residence in alignment with YWCA Hamilton’s Mission and Vision Statements.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

- This is a unique partnership with another Community Service Agency and funding from two Ministry streams in order to provide the appropriate services and supports to meet the complex needs of the residents.
- The employee will work in cooperation and alongside with other Community Agency Staff in cooperation, YWCA Hamilton Staff, including Assigned Program Supervisor, full time, part-time and relief team members.
- They will perform all duties and responsibilities in a productive, professional and cooperative manner which will contribute to the overall goals of the department and in keeping with general policies and guidelines of YWCA Hamilton.
- Ensure the physical and emotional well-being of individuals we support is maintained.



Meet QAM Compliance and MCSS Legislation 299/10 Standards.
- Follow and adhere to QAM compliance and Legislation 299/10 standards.
- This employee will provide delivery of direct support services to individuals we support within their residential housing model.
- Support services in all areas of daily living within our service plan domains including but not limited to: bathing, hygiene routines, medication administration, meal preparation, grocery shopping, chore lists/housekeeping, laundry, nightly safety inspections, and in-house recreation opportunities and community outings that promote social inclusion.
- Provide supervision and ensure safety of residents during their shift.
- Support services offered will maintain or increase individual’s independent living skills and personal growth.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

- In cooperation with program supervisor will perform all duties and responsibilities in a productive, qualified and cooperative manner which will contribute to the overall goals of the partnership and DS Department and in keeping with general policies and guidelines of YWCA Hamilton
- Ensure the physical and emotional well-being of individuals we support is maintained
- Assist residents with ADL’s, meal preparation, grocery shopping, menu planning, medication administration, assistance with hygiene routines, housekeeping, laundry, community safety skills, transportation, reducing risks to harm, community outings, recreation and social opportunities
- Implement and carry-out individual program plans, Behaviour Support Plans and protocols
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📌 RESIDENTIAL SUPPORT WORKER (Canada)
🏢 YWCA Hamilton
📍 Canada