Adult Protective Services Worker

Kenora Association for Community Living•Kenora, ON

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Adult Protective Services Workers (APSWs) work with adults living with developmental disabilities to live as independently, safely, and securely as possible in their community. An APSW ensures that the individual’s support plan addresses the holistic nature of each person’s life and is focused on their dreams, desires, and aspirations. Support is provided in alignment with KACL values, vision, and mission, and creates conditions where people feel safe, empowered to make their own choices, experience a sense of belonging, and have opportunities to thrive.

Requirements

Passionate About People: You love connecting with people from all walks of life. You work to understand the hardship of others and are curious and empathetic in your venture to build trust and understanding.
Open Minded: You’re able to support people to explore choices and consequences and be there to provide support, advocacy, and encouragement.
Creative: You think outside of the box and find unique ways to conquer challenges.
A Team Player: You work well independently but you also understand that the whole is greater than the sum of its parts. You gel well with others and know when to reach out to your team.
Resilient: You are fueled by your own impact. You celebrate small wins and practice self care to manage difficult days. You encourage others to do the same.

Responsibilities

Be part of a team that provides services to people living in Kenora, Red Lake, Dryden, Sioux Lookout, Ignace, and the surrounding areas, including northern communities.
Interact directly with adults living with developmental disabilities and/or their families to help them access and maintain services and support to enhance their lives.
Advocate to ensure the rights of adults with developmental disabilities are respected.
Advocate for the appropriate role of KACL in cross sector interactions and meetings.
Provide skills assessment, planning, communication, education, resource management and service coordination.
Push yourself to gain knowledge, to always be learning, and to become your most authentic self.