Inclusion Facilitator I

Town of Caledon•Caledon, ON

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Town of Caledon is a dynamic municipality that successfully balances urban, rural and agricultural communities. Our energetic staff are guided by our core values that create an environment for continuous improvement and customer service excellence. In addition to offering exciting career opportunities, the Town also provides a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. Come see how you can make a difference. The Opportunity Reporting directly to the Supervisor, Community Programs/ Programmer, Specialty Programs, this casual position is responsible for supporting participants with physical, cognitive and/or developmental disabilities, ensuring a welcoming environment for inclusive and adapted programs, while working in accordance with the Town of Caledon guidelines, practices and procedures for Community Programs and Customer Service standards.

Requirements

Current Intermediate First Aid and CPR-C
A minimum of one (1) year related experience in a program or support role.
Demonstrated ability to facilitate program delivery
Excellent customer service skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent organization skills with attention to detail
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Satisfactory passing of a vulnerable sector check
Proof of qualifications

Nice To Haves

Experience working with individuals with special needs/disability and/or demonstrates interest in working with individuals with a special need/disability
Certification in HIGH FIVE Principles of Healthy Child Development

Responsibilities

Provide support to participants to foster involvement/engagement in programs and assist participants with daily needs, which may include but not limited to verbal prompting for task like toileting, feeding, dressing/changing and behaviour modifications.
Prepare facilities, teaching material, lesson plans and material for participants as required.
Work with the Supervisor/Programmer of Specialty Programs to complete and/or verify the accuracy of participant profiles.
Perform administrative tasks (i.e., attendance, preparation, Injury and Incident Reports etc.)
Maintain composure in escalated situations as they arise and immediately report incidents to the Coordinator/ Programmer or designate.
Perform additional duties and undertake special projects as assigned.