Part Time Inclusion Support

The Corporation of the Town of Ajax•Ajax, ON

4d•CA$19 - CA$21•Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Program Supervisor – Inclusion, the Program Director – Inclusion, and/or the Community Recreation Coordinator, the Inclusion Support Staff are accountable for advocating, and providing individual support and adaptations for a child, youth, or young adult with special needs in a recreation program setting.

Requirements

Completion of Grade 12 High School Diploma or equivalent, or an equivalent combination of experience and education.
Minimum 9 months to 1 year of experience.
Knowledge and experience related to the delivery of programs and services.
Previous experience working/volunteering with children, youth, and/or young adults with special needs (personal, professional or volunteer experience will be considered).
Strong behaviour management skills.
Strong understanding of how to deliver personal care (clothing change, assistance in the washroom, etc.) to customers with dignity and safety.
Self-motivated, positive, confident and approachable.
Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds and stand for long periods of time.
Current Standard First Aid with CPR C certification.
HIGH FIVE - Principles of Healthy Child Development certification.
Able to provide a clear Criminal Reference /Vulnerable Sector check that is current (completed in the last 6 months), upon being hired.
Available to work a variety of shifts. Shifts can be scheduled mornings, afternoons, and evenings on weekdays and weekends.

Nice To Haves

Post-secondary education in Recreation / Therapeutic Recreation / PSW/DSW / Social Work / Education program is an asset.

Responsibilities

Develops and implements a daily/weekly action plan that will fully accommodate the support needs of your participant.
Develops weekly professional and participant specific actionable goals.
Assists in the development and implementation of adaptive programming for participants with special needs.
Attends to the care needs (feeding, toileting, clothing changes, etc.) of participants with special needs.
Ensures the safety and well-being of participants during program hours.
Dispenses and administers participant medication as required.
Provides lifts and transfers for participants as required.
Provides behaviour management.
Takes appropriate action to deal with incidents/accidents and emergencies, as outlined in the departmental policies and procedures.
Works cooperatively and maintains ongoing and effective communication with participants, parents, colleagues, and supervisors.
Creates an environment that fosters a positive and inclusive program experience.
Creates an environment where participants strive to participate fully, perform to the best of their ability, and learn new skills.