Job Description

Our Mission:

To support the aspirations of individuals living with a disability

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Hours 30 9am-3pm Monday to Friday 6 hours per day $16.50 per hour

ImagineAbility Inc. is a non-profit agency supporting people living with intellectual disabilities with the aim of increasing their independence and quality of life. ImagineAbility is currently seeking Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to support people in the community through work, leisure, social and volunteer experiences.

The ImagineAbility Direct Support Professional (DSP) is responsible for the relative ongoing support of ImagineAbility service users. The support includes, but is not limited to, relationship building, working as part of the team to set goals and participating in meetings. The DSP is a liaison between family members, residential support providers, government agents, and our agency. The DSP ensures peoples' safety both within and outside of our facilities. Supporting people to accomplish their goal plans, the DSP provides support in the areas of personal growth, work/volunteer placement, and life skills. The DSP also supports community members such as employers, volunteer agencies, government agents, and families to understand the benefits of inclusion.

Job Competencies and Skills:

Flexible/Adaptable

Time management

Team collaboration

Conflict resolution skills (mediation, resolution, negotiation)

Being able to manage emotions during conflict

Critical thinking (relationship building/creative)

Communication skills

Building rapport

Operates in alignment with mission and vision statement (inclusion)

Participate in relative community activity

Assist with personal care and physical supports

QUALIFICATIONS:

Disability and Community Support Diploma preferred but not a requirement Experience working with people living with intellectual disabilities an asset Post- secondary education an asset

DEGREES, CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES:

First Aid and CPR certificate Non Violent Crisis Intervention Certificate

Clear criminal record check

Clear Adult and Child Abuse Registry check.

BENEFITS

(AFTER PROBATION PERIOD)

Health and Dental Pension Plan Vacation entitlement 3 weeks (starting) Life Insurance Sickness and Disability Critical Illness insurance
Part time Hours 30 per week

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: From $16.50 per hour

Benefits:

Dental care Extended health care Life insurance
Work Location: In person