Direct Support Workers (Job #: 220-090821-044)
Come Join Us … Opportunities Available!
Compensation: Starting wage $21.47/hour
Location: London, Strathroy, and Exeter, ON
Schedule: Varied shifts; including evenings, weekends, overnights, and public holidays
How to Apply: Submit a resume and cover letter demonstrating your written communication skills via email. Indicate the job reference number in the subject line and/or cover letter. (Submissions without job # might be missed.)
Email: employment@humanacs.org
Humana Community Services is committed to ongoing efforts to fulfil our equity, diversity, and inclusion promise. Due to the nature of services provided and the vulnerable people we serve, Humana can only employ candidates who satisfactorily meet the requirements of any job vacancy within the organization. We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those chosen to move forward in the selection process will be contacted. If you require accommodation at any stage of the application process, please email employment@humanacs.org or call 519.435.1099 x1106.
Roles & Responsibilities:
Positions involve working in a supported group or independent living settings providing 24/7 support to adults with developmental disabilities
Ensure that the individual needs of people are met on a daily basis (medical, personal, physical, financial, hygienic, social, recreational, emotional, developmental), and provide the best quality of life while in compliance with legislated requirements and company policies and procedures
Support community engagement and recreational goals
Provide a wide range of physical/personal care utilizing specialized equipment
Communicate appropriately and effectively with participants of varying communication skills and ensure their needs and desires are being addressed
Qualifications:
Post-secondary education in Human, Health, Community, and/or Social Services (e.g., DSW, PSW, SSW)
Minimum six (6) months of related experience supporting people with developmental disabilities is preferred
Demonstrated understanding of support requirements specific to the roles and responsibilities of the job
Proficiency in both verbal and written communication
Strong mentorship, advocacy, organization, communication, conflict resolution, and problem-solving skills, in addition to attention to detail while multi-tasking
Ability to work collaboratively with the team, and independently as necessary
Capacity to establish, implement, and maintain professional, and personal boundaries
Multilingualism and having diverse lived experiences are considered assets
Valid Class G (full) Driver’s License with a 3-year Uncertified Driver Record (mandatory)
Satisfactory Police Vulnerable Sector Check with Humana listed as the employer (mandatory)
Physical Health assessment: verification of up-to-date immunizations, COVID vaccination status (2 doses), and ability to meet the physical requirements of the position (mandatory)
Current Standard First Aid & CPR (mandatory) *Level C with AED training preferred