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Part-Time Community Support Worker
POSITION:
Part-Time Community Support Worker Flex, Community Living York South, York Region
HOURS:
Hours must be flexible to meet the needs of the team and the people receiving support. Daytime, evening, and weekend availability will be required.
SALARY:
$22.60/Hour (Plus 5% in lieu of benefits & 4% vacation pay)
WHAT WE DO:
Community Living York South employs over 200 people. Over the last 68 years, we have provided exceptional supports and services to people who have an intellectual disability and their families in our communities of Richmond Hill, Markham, Thornhill, Stouffville and Vaughan.
We are a culturally diverse, heart-centered staff group with strong values of equity, respect and inclusiveness for all people. If those values describe you as well, please check out our current job postings!
WHAT WE OFFER:
WHAT WILL YOU DO:
The Part-time Community Support Worker will carry out all duties in accordance with the established routine of the home or program location. You will be responsible for providing support to persons who have an intellectual disability to live, learn, work and participate in the community, in order to promote and encourage independence and to exercise citizenship and self-determination.
WHAT WE NEED:
- Values-driven individuals
- Post-Secondary Education in Behavioural Services, Developmental Services, Social Services, Personal Support Worker, Recreational Therapy, Psychology, Social Work, etc. or equivalent experience is an asset
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma required
- G Class Driver’s License is required with access to a reliable vehicle
- Previous experience supporting persons of various ages and abilities is required
- 1 to 2 years of experience in the developmental services sector is considered an asset
- Demonstrates developmental services sector core competencies
- Ability to lead others/leadership skills/model, direct and mentor colleagues
- Capable of fostering independence in others
- Strong advocacy and interpersonal skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
REPORTING TO:
Residential Supervisor or designate
START DATE: ASAP
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Our story
Community living york south
Community Living York South is a not-for-profit organization that provides support services to children, youth, adults and seniors who have an intellectual disability and live in Southern York Region.
We as a community, strive to promote social inclusion, individual choice, independence and rights while, continuing to be respectful of social, linguistic and cultural diversity.
Our daytime support teams facilitate meaningful community-based activities for adults that encourage choice, and independent and inclusive engagement in local communities. We believe in a society where everyone belongs and our mission is to empower people who have an intellectual disability to live, learn, work and participate in the community.
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Testimonials
This is the place where you will learn how to navigate “real world” social issues. If you want to champion change CLYS is the place for you! Here you will get the opportunity to enhance the lives of people we support, build relationships, advocate and value (equity, diversity and inclusion).
Kathy, Program Manager - Community Living York South
Community Living York South is a great place for students and others. Due to organized management, patience, and experience, students could start working after graduating with this team quickly. The managers periodically arrange many courses to keep our knowledge up-to- date.
Nadia, Community Support Worker - Community Living York South
© YS Social Services 2023
© YS Social Services 2023