Part time Direct Support Professional - Specialized Mental Health Professional

Community Living Greater Sudbury•Greater Sudbury, ON

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Community Living Greater Sudbury (CLGS) is seeking a Direct Support Professional - Specialized Mental Health Professional to provide dedicated, individualized support to persons with complex developmental disabilities, including those with co-occurring mental health, mood, or personality disorders. This role requires individuals who are compassionate, resilient, trauma-informed, and committed to making a meaningful impact. The purpose of this role is to provide intensive, day-to-day support to individuals whose needs are complex and multifaceted, promoting safety, emotional regulation, daily living skills, independence, and community inclusion. This frontline position involves direct support in a residential setting, combining direct support, clinical-informed practice, behavioural support, and life-skills teaching, while maintaining dignity, respect, and consistent therapeutic relationships. Work assignments may range from 1 day to up to 3 months, depending on the individual’s needs.

Requirements

Experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities and/or mental health needs (complex needs experience is a strong asset).
Developmental Service Worker Diploma or related field of study
Strong understanding of trauma-informed practice, emotional regulation, and psychosocial rehabilitation principles.
Ability to remain calm and professional in unpredictable or high-intensity situations.
Comfortable providing hands-on personal care and daily living support.
Ability to work rotating shifts, including evenings, nights, weekends, and call-ins.
Valid driver’s license; ability to operate agency vehicles.
Valid First Aid, CPR certificate, and Safe Management training
Strong communication, documentation, and teamwork skills.
Physical capacity to meet the demands of the role (lifting 10–50 lbs, quick response, bending, assisting with transfers, etc.).
Female only staff with a G license as a bona fide occupational requirement Under Section 17 of the Human Rights Code

Responsibilities

Provide person-directed support based on the individual’s choices, needs, and daily goals.
Support individuals with complex mental health, emotional dysregulation, and personality-related challenges using trauma-informed and psychosocial approaches.
Assist with activities of daily living, including dressing, bathing, toileting, meal prep, cleaning, laundry, shopping, and household routines.
Maintain calm, rational detachment during emotional or behavioural escalations, always prioritizing safety and dignity.
Follow clinical guidance, behavioural strategies, and individualized protocols.
Contribute to the development and review of Life Plans / Individual Support Plans (ISP).
Support individuals in building social, life, and vocational skills.
Assist in monitoring progress and adapting supports as needs evolve.
Assist with medication administration and follow all medical directives.
Complete required documentation, incident reports, behavioural data, and daily notes.
Participate in fire drills, safety protocols, and Safe Management interventions.
Maintain safe living environments and identify hazards.
Foster community participation, inclusion, and meaningful daily engagement.
Accompany individuals to community activities, appointments, and events.
Promote independence in navigating public spaces and transportation.
Work closely with clinical teams, coordinators, families, community resources, and external professionals.
Support new staff, volunteers, and students through orientation and guidance.
Communicate effectively within the team and escalate concerns appropriately.