Job Description

• SERVICE AREA: Day Program
• LOCATION: Toronto, Ontario (DVP and Lawrence Avenue)
• POSITION STATUS: Relief Day Program Instructor
• HOURS OF WORK: This position is highly flexible and is scheduled on a rotational, as-needed basis with no guaranteed pattern or number of weekly hours.
• HOURLY PAY RATE: Starting at $23.09 per hour.

Who We Are The Salvation Army is an international Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible; its ministry is motivated by love for God and the needs of humanity. Broadview Village has 40+ years of providing outstanding support to adults with developmental disabilities and mental health challenges. Mission Statement
The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world. Core Values
The Salvation Army Canada and Bermuda has four core values: Hope: We give hope through the power of the gospel of Jesus Christ.
Service: We reach out to support others without discrimination.
Dignity: We respect and value each other, recognizing everyone\xe2\x80\x99s worth.
Stewardship: We responsibly manage the resources entrusted to us. The Salvation Army will accommodate candidates as required under applicable human rights legislation. If you require a disability-related accommodation during this process, please inform us of your requirements. At Broadview Village we are committed to living as an inclusive organizational culture by:

• Purposefully cultivating and promoting equity, diversity, and inclusion of all persons regardless of their differences
• Not accepting any discrimination, intolerance or inequitable treatment and committing to working together to combat these actions wherever they may be found
• Valuing the unique differences inherent in all of us
• Gaining inspiration and support through the collective voices and actions of all of us

Why Join our Team? By becoming a staff member with The Salvation Army, you will:

• Work within an employee culture that values career development through succession planning, skills based training and internal mentorship.
• Maintain your health and well-being with a corporate membership discount to Goodlife Fitness
• Be recognized for your valued contribution by our employee recognition and celebration programs
• Benefit from Leaders who have adopted the Servant Leadership model \xe2\x80\x9cwe are here to support you\xe2\x80\x9d.
• Be a part of setting trends in a focused, highly collaborative and diverse work culture
• Take pride in making a meaningful and impactful difference the lives of those we serve
• Nurture a passion for working with vulnerable people
• \xe2\x80\x9c\xe2\x80\xa6 love what you do and do what you love\xe2\x80\x9d

About the Role: We are currently hiring a Relief Day Program Instructor. This position reports to the Program Manager and is currently assigned to work in the Toronto, Ontario (DVP and Lawrence Avenue) area. This is a casual position with no guaranteed number or pattern of hours. Relief residential counsellors are called on an as-needed basis with the opportunity to accept shifts as they are offered., flexible to meet program needs. The Day Program Instructor will promote opportunities to develop social skills (coping strategies, appropriate interactions and relationships, mindfulness), life skills (cooking, self-care), and Community Participation Activities. This position also requires someone who has a passion for and takes initiative in the creation and implementation of programming. The capacity to work collaboratively within a team is required, as well as with a large number of stakeholders including: healthcare professionals, consultants, colleagues, community members, family members and friends. This position also requires a resilient direct support professional who is confident in navigating conflict, overcoming obstacles, and who is creative in providing support to individuals in crisis. The Day Program Instructor provides support to program participants within established policies and procedures including: Employment Standards, Salvation Army Accreditation, and Services & Supports to Promote the Social Inclusion of Persons with Developmental Disabilities Act, 2008. RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE

• Act as a role model for the people we support as reflected by appearance, behaviour and attitude; act as advocate on individual\xe2\x80\x99s behalf/facilitate self advocacy to community supports
• Foster independence in daily living skills (social skills, life skills and community participation)
• Provide support in personal development as decided through individual program planning (ISP)
• Know and respond to the safety and health care of the people we support
• Provide teaching and support to Enrichment Program participants
• Document and maintain records as required (data collection, medication administration)
• Ensure learning opportunities are provided using agency and community resources
• Maintain effective communication
• Provide ideas and feedback on program content
• Participate in monthly planning and share responsibility of preparing monthly program calendar as assigned
• Represent BVEP participants and staff on committees and at other meetings as delegated
• Ensure learning opportunities are provided using agency and community resources
• Follow and promote the agency and program goals and philosophies
• Attend and participate in program planning meetings and staff development training at the discretion of management
• Maintain up-to-date working knowledge of all relevant legislation associated with the program, and keep ethical and legal responsibilities with individuals we support and others associated with the agency

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Completed 2-3 years Developmental Services Worker (DSW) Diploma or other equivalent degree/diploma (PSW/CYW/SSW) and/or work experience related to human services
• Preferred minimum 6 months to 1-year experience working with people with developmental disabilities and preferably working with individuals who have a dual diagnosis of mental health challenges and developmental disabilities
• Training and/or experience in medication administration or obtain within probationary period
• Training and/or experience in personal care (assisting with G-tube feeding,
• continence devices\xe2\x80\xa6)
• Training and/or experience in supporting individuals through ambulates,
  mobilizers, transfers
• Proficient computer skills needed in Microsoft Office and email
• Teaching skills (demonstrated ability to implement various teaching
  approaches and group instructor skills)
• Driver\xe2\x80\x99s license and clear driver\xe2\x80\x99s abstract an asset
• Valid and current Standard First Aid Certificate CPR Level C Certificate
• Ability to achieve Nonviolent Crisis Intervention certificate upon hire
• It is an expectation of the role to be certified in Standard First Aid/ CPR and NCI and use it in practice on a regular basis
• Valid and current vulnerable sector screening completed no less than 2 months prior to date of hire

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Exposure to dirt, bodily fluids, bodily waste
• Noise
• Dealing with angry and abusive people
• Handling garbage
• Verbal abuse
• Odours
• Ability to lift/move up to 50 lbs. and apply effective body mechanics and meet the physical demands of the position

We thank all applicants, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. Internal Applicants, please advise your managing supervisor of your intentions prior to submitting your application. These are Bargaining Unit positions represented by OPSEU Local 550