Day Program Support Worker

Camphill Communities Ontario•Barrie, ON

1d•CA$23 - CA$25•Onsite

About The Position

Camphill Communities Ontario is seeking a Casual Day Program Support Worker for their Barrie location. This role involves supporting individuals with developmental disabilities in a team environment. The Day Program Support Worker (DPSW) will provide support, teach, and coach individuals to develop skills for a fulfilling life. Responsibilities include coordinating day program activities such as woodshop, land, garden, studio, pottery, and food-based programs, as well as community activities and assisting in securing volunteer/employment opportunities. The DPSW will collaborate with Day Services and Supported Living teams to plan and implement activities that foster learning and development in daily living, social, and life skills.

Requirements

DSW College Diploma or an equivalent diploma or degree in social sciences. Minimum two-year college program; and/or Curative Education, PSW and Social Therapy diploma or equivalent Camphill seminar and experience.
Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a Day Program or Community setting working with developmentally disabled individuals.
Must be successfully trained in and possess current certifications in CPR, NVCI, First Aid, and Medication Administration.
Hold a Valid Ontario G Driver’s License with clean driver’s abstract and have access to a reliable vehicle with sufficient insurance.
Able to provide a current (within 6 months’) satisfactory Criminal Background Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening.

Nice To Haves

General knowledge and experience with electronic databases, MS Office, AIMS, Microsoft Teams, Zoom considered an asset.

Responsibilities

In collaboration with Day Services and Supported Living teams, plan and carry out activities to encourage growth and development, so that Individuals can fulfil their potential for independence.
Participate in Individuals’ Person Centered Planning and assist in the implementation of their plans by respectfully supporting them.
Be able to utilize a personal outcome philosophy-based approach to support Individuals in making informed choices that lead to the successful attainment of their goals and aspirations.
Provide support, guidance and directive to Individuals in Day Services to ensure their safety and learning.
Provide Individuals with the opportunity to learn and practice new skills.
Responsible for good care and maintenance of facilities, workspaces, gardens, land and equipment.
Engage in ongoing efforts to develop new markets for the studio, workshops, pottery, woodshop and garden products where applicable.
Ensure that the CCO Health and Safety Policies and Procedures are effectively implemented in the work areas.
Complete documentation for any incidences or serious occurrences that occur at Day Services as per CCO and MCSS Policies and Procedures.
Participate in team meetings, relevant community meetings and CCO business meetings as required.
Demonstrate a caring, supportive approach that maintains the dignity and integrity of people receiving services.
Knowledge of available and relevant community resources.
Able to inform individuals about options, and provide opportunities and experiences, supports the exercise of choice and educates about risks and benefits.
Demonstrated knowledge of Personal Outcome Measures in supporting individuals to develop a plan and achieve their goals.
Demonstrate and understand the importance of empowering people to support themselves to be healthy, happy and safe.
Knowledgeable about mental health and best practices in supporting people with those concerns.
Perceptiveness and ability to resolve conflict in a diplomatic and reasonable manner.
Demonstrate initiative, be resourceful and creative.
Work independently and collaboratively within the team and with the organization.
Promote practices that are inclusive, respectful and sensitive to diverse communities, including age, culture, and language.
Monitor and promote practices that support people’s health and safety.
Design, implement and monitor the progress of activity and recreational programs consistent with peoples individual Support Plans that will enhance the physical, mental and psychosocial well-being of people.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Planning skills, flexibility, dependability and reliability.
To advocate for and respects confidentiality at all times.
To apply appropriate responses to unpredictable behaviour.
To maintain all required program records and documentation.
A willingness to learn with and from people with disabilities.
Be open to continuous learning as required.
Support other relevant duties that may be developed or assigned by the supervisor.
A demonstrated maturity and desire to work with adults with developmental disabilities within the Camphill Philosophy.