PTI SW - Amherstburg

Job summary

Provide guidance and support to men with intellectual disabilities, including personal care and support for mild medical needs, while promoting their health, safety, relationships, and community involvement. Contribute to the development and review of support plans and collaborate with the staff team and medical professionals to identify needs and resolve problems.

Job details

Location Description: Providing support that meets the men's needs, including mild medical needs and regular personal care. Ensuring the health and safety and well being of people supported. Ensuring community involvement, friendships, family and meaningful opportunities the men have selected. Liaison with medical professional as required. Job Summary: Provide guidance and support to individuals. Contribute input for the development, implementation, and review of support plans. As part of a staff team, share knowledge and information in assisting with problem solving, identifying needs, and promoting a safe and healthy environment for all individuals at the location. Qualifications: 1.Completion of a one (1) year post-secondary diploma/degree in a human service field of study and six (6) months experience working with people with an intellectual disability. 2.First Aid Certification. 3.Valid Driver's License and access to an automobile. Community Living Essex County is committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible, and equitable workplace. We welcome applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment and selection process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Please note: Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. A satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check, proof of a valid driver's license, and proof of automobile insurance will be required as a condition of employment. All applicants are encouraged to apply for multiple job postings they may be interested in. Our VISION: A community that celebrates inclusion and inspires possibilities. Our MISSION: We are committed to supporting people with an intellectual disability to achieve their goals and dreams, empowering them to flourish as full citizens who are valued in their community.

What you’ll do

Provide guidance and support to men with intellectual disabilities, including personal care and support for mild medical needs, while promoting their health, safety, relationships, and community involvement. Contribute to the development and review of support plans and collaborate with the staff team and medical professionals to identify needs and resolve problems.

Requirements

Applicants must have a one-year post-secondary diploma or degree in a human service field and six months of experience working with people with intellectual disabilities. First Aid certification, a valid driver's license, and access to an automobile are required; a satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check and proof of automobile insurance are conditions of employment.

Listed skills

• Personal Care · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• Teamwork · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• First Aid · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Individual Support
• Personal Care
• Health And Safety
• Support Planning
• Problem Solving
• Teamwork
• Communication
• Community Involvement
• First Aid
• Driving

Job areas

• Social Services
• Healthcare
• Security & Safety

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