Responsibilities:

· Provide support to front-line employees and to persons with an intellectual disability.

· Participate in achieving meaningful outcomes and leisure & recreation opportunities under direct supervision of a Community Living staff Member.

· Demonstrate a respectful relationship with each individual which recognizes their rights as citizens and promotes dignity and well-being.

· Support individuals to participate in cultural, spiritual, recreational, leisure, and education activities in the community.

· Support individuals to develop decision making skills, exercise choices, and assume responsibilities that promote inclusion in the community.

· Demonstrate positive and professional relationships with other association staff, families, volunteers, advocates, and community partners.

Qualifications:

· Enrolled in a Social Service program such as Developmental Services Worker, Social Services Worker, Personal Support Worker, Child and Youth Worker.

· Up to date First Aid and CPR training would be considered an asset.

· Experience working or volunteering with people with disabilities would be considered an asset.

Strong commitment to community and advocating for full participation for supported individuals.

· Must be a team player and develop, promote, and sustain respectful relationships.

· This summer position is funded by the Canada Summer Jobs Program, therefore applicants must meet the following criteria:

o Must have a valid Social Insurance Number and be legally entitled to work in Canada

o Must be between 15 and 30 years of age at the start of the employment period

Hours of Work and Start Date:

· 35 hours per week. Hours may include days, afternoons/evenings, or weekends.

· Positions will be 8 weeks in length and will begin end of May/early June.

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract, Internship / Co-op
Contract length: 2 months

Salary: $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

Casual dress
Flexible schedule
On-site parking
Store discount

Flexible Language Requirement:

French not required

Schedule:

Day shift
Evening shift
Monday to Friday
Morning shift
Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

Overtime pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

Brockville, ON K6V 2T3: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2023-05-17
Expected start date: 2023-06-05

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