Support Worker Respite Services
Salary Range: $23.86/hour
Department: Respite Services
Location: Brantford & Surrounding Communities (Brant, Haldimand, Norfolk)
Position Type: Contract
Unionized: No
What you'll do
Provide meaningful, goal-based care for children/youth with special needs while at the same time providing respite for the child’s caregiver. Service can be provided in the home setting or in the community. The Support Worker provides this service on a one-to-one basis and frequently works alone with the child/youth unless determined otherwise by the supervisor. Assisted daily living tasks such as toileting, feeding or dressing.
Why you'll love working here
Growth: Training, mentorship, and career development for all stages
Purpose: Work that makes a difference in our community
Belonging: Employee committees, inclusive policies, and a culture of respect
Benefits: HOOPP retirement plan
Education, Qualifications and Certifications
Preferred: Post secondary school diploma in Human Services
• First Aid/CPR Certification Level C (mandatory)
• G-Level Driver's License (mandatory)
• Minimum: Secondary School diploma
Experience and Knowledge
Preferred: Extensive hands-on experience of at least 2 years in providing service with the special needs population.
• Minimum: Previous work experience with individuals with special needs and their families, in a relevant social service environment
• Proof of full COVID-19 vaccination (2 doses)
Accessibility & Inclusion
Lansdowne Children’s Centre is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
APPLY TODAY
Submit your resume and a short cover letter telling us why this role excites you.
We welcome applicants of all ages, backgrounds, and experiences.
Or, please send your application by e-mail to: apply@lansdownecc.com
Lansdowne Children’s Centre provides accommodations for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment process.
If you are contacted to participate in an interview or screening process, please advise us if you require accommodation.
We thank all applicants, however, only those candidates to be interviewed will be contacted