Community Support Worker

Kenora Association for Community Living • Kenora, ON

1d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Community Support Worker in our Intensive Support Settings program, you will have the opportunity to make a profound difference in someone’s quality of life by providing them with direct support in all aspects of daily living. You will advocate for dignity, learning, and growth for all, and be part of a team that strives to bring meaning, purpose, and joy into the lives of those we support.

Requirements

• Passionate About People: You find creative ways for people to explore their gifts and find meaning and joy.
• Enthusiastic: You get fired up when helping people to create and achieve their goals.
• Resilient: You’re fuelled by your own impact, celebrate even the small wins, and treat every day like a new opportunity.
• Driven: You believe that difficult times are simply opportunities in disguise.
• A Change Advocate: You get excited when things are shaken up and understand that change fuels learning and growth.

Responsibilities

• Help those you support decide what they want to do in a day – and do it with them.
• Support others in all aspects of daily living including meal prep, personal hygiene, house cleaning, laundry, and cooking.
• Provide care in a respectful manner that ensures the dignity of those supported.
• Be an advocate for those you support, ensuring their voices are always heard.

Benefits

• Generous vacation & personal leave time
• employer paid benefits
• pension plan
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth, and exploration of your gifts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed