Developmental Service Worker (Canada Summer Jobs)
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About the role
Job Description
Position: Developmental Service Worker (DSW)
Position offered through the Canada Summer Jobs program.
Location: Hamilton
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: 8 Weeks
This temporary employment is made possible and supported by Employment and Social Development Canada.
Overview
Work as part of a team to provide quality ongoing support for adults with developmental and physical disabilities in maximizing their potential in a safe, nurturing environment.
Key Roles and Responsibilities
- Work alongside LUSO staff in implementing various activities
- Work with clients individually and in small groups while encouraging decision making, independence and personal growth
- Assist clients during activities, whether it be with verbal cues, hand-over-hand assistance, encouragement or any way that helps the client fully participate in the activity
- Develop activities that can be implemented with clients such as education-based, sensory or life skills activities
- Adhere to all LUSO policies and procedures
- Be proactive in ensuring the safety of oneself and clients
- Report any incidents, injuries or seizure-related occurrences to supervisor or manager
- Assist with daily maintenance activities
- Assist with feeding during snack and lunchtime
- Assist with technology support
Must meet the participant requirements under the Canada Summer Jobs Agreement with Employment and Social Development Canada as outlined:
- is between 15 and 30 years of age (inclusive) at the start of employment;
- is a Canadian Citizen, permanent resident, or person on whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act*; and is legally entitled to work according to the relevant provincial/territorial legislation and regulations.
- International students are not eligible. Recent immigrants are eligible if they are Canadian Citizens or permanent residents.
Details:
Hours of employment: 5 days/week, 35 hours a week from 8:30 am to 3:30 pm. Scheduled half-hour lunch. Scheduling of weekly hours may change, as dictated by organizational needs.
Salary: Hourly rate is $18.00/hour
Location of Employment: Luso Support Centre Hamilton
Reporting to: Program Supervisor
Job Type: Fixed term contract
Contract length: 8 weeks
Pay: $18.00 per hour
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
About Luso Canadian Charitable Society
ABOUT US Luso is a registered charity providing quality Day Programs and Respite services for adults living with physical and/or developmental disabilities in a safe and nurturing environment since 2003.
OUR MISSION Luso Canadian Charitable Society (Luso) is a community-based organization that supports adults and families living with physical and/or developmental disabilities to achieve personal growth. We work in partnership with the broader community to provide access to information, and person-centered programs and services that facilitate growth, choice, independence and community inclusion.
OUR VISION We envision an inclusive community/society where people with physical and/or developmental disabilities have full access to equitable, responsive, and sustainable supports and services; and where their unique gifts, differences, and contributions are valued, welcomed and celebrated through their full participation in community life.
OUR VALUES We believe that… ➜ Every person has the right to be treated with dignity and respect. ➜ Services should be accessible to all persons with disabilities, including those that face additional barriers such as income, language and mobility. ➜ We support our community by providing a variety of flexible programs and services that are responsive to the individual needs of our participants and families. ➜ Diversity enriches our participants, organization and community. ➜ Participants and families are entitled to receive high quality care from qualified and caring staff, in an open and welcoming environment. ➜ We have a responsibility to efficiently and effectively manage the financial resources of our organization. ➜ We are committed to work with our community to support advocacy efforts aimed at influencing the quality of life of our participants and families.
Developmental Service Worker (Canada Summer Jobs)
Top Benefits
About the role
Job Description
Position: Developmental Service Worker (DSW)
Position offered through the Canada Summer Jobs program.
Location: Hamilton
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: 8 Weeks
This temporary employment is made possible and supported by Employment and Social Development Canada.
Overview
Work as part of a team to provide quality ongoing support for adults with developmental and physical disabilities in maximizing their potential in a safe, nurturing environment.
Key Roles and Responsibilities
- Work alongside LUSO staff in implementing various activities
- Work with clients individually and in small groups while encouraging decision making, independence and personal growth
- Assist clients during activities, whether it be with verbal cues, hand-over-hand assistance, encouragement or any way that helps the client fully participate in the activity
- Develop activities that can be implemented with clients such as education-based, sensory or life skills activities
- Adhere to all LUSO policies and procedures
- Be proactive in ensuring the safety of oneself and clients
- Report any incidents, injuries or seizure-related occurrences to supervisor or manager
- Assist with daily maintenance activities
- Assist with feeding during snack and lunchtime
- Assist with technology support
Must meet the participant requirements under the Canada Summer Jobs Agreement with Employment and Social Development Canada as outlined:
- is between 15 and 30 years of age (inclusive) at the start of employment;
- is a Canadian Citizen, permanent resident, or person on whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act*; and is legally entitled to work according to the relevant provincial/territorial legislation and regulations.
- International students are not eligible. Recent immigrants are eligible if they are Canadian Citizens or permanent residents.
Details:
Hours of employment: 5 days/week, 35 hours a week from 8:30 am to 3:30 pm. Scheduled half-hour lunch. Scheduling of weekly hours may change, as dictated by organizational needs.
Salary: Hourly rate is $18.00/hour
Location of Employment: Luso Support Centre Hamilton
Reporting to: Program Supervisor
Job Type: Fixed term contract
Contract length: 8 weeks
Pay: $18.00 per hour
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
About Luso Canadian Charitable Society
ABOUT US Luso is a registered charity providing quality Day Programs and Respite services for adults living with physical and/or developmental disabilities in a safe and nurturing environment since 2003.
OUR MISSION Luso Canadian Charitable Society (Luso) is a community-based organization that supports adults and families living with physical and/or developmental disabilities to achieve personal growth. We work in partnership with the broader community to provide access to information, and person-centered programs and services that facilitate growth, choice, independence and community inclusion.
OUR VISION We envision an inclusive community/society where people with physical and/or developmental disabilities have full access to equitable, responsive, and sustainable supports and services; and where their unique gifts, differences, and contributions are valued, welcomed and celebrated through their full participation in community life.
OUR VALUES We believe that… ➜ Every person has the right to be treated with dignity and respect. ➜ Services should be accessible to all persons with disabilities, including those that face additional barriers such as income, language and mobility. ➜ We support our community by providing a variety of flexible programs and services that are responsive to the individual needs of our participants and families. ➜ Diversity enriches our participants, organization and community. ➜ Participants and families are entitled to receive high quality care from qualified and caring staff, in an open and welcoming environment. ➜ We have a responsibility to efficiently and effectively manage the financial resources of our organization. ➜ We are committed to work with our community to support advocacy efforts aimed at influencing the quality of life of our participants and families.