Job Description

The Blossom Group

The Blossom Group (Blooming Acres & Apple Blossom Village) provides a home for people with complex special needs. Through our therapeutic live-in programs, we support children, youth, and adults through a range of cognitive, social and emotional issues, including Autism Spectrum Disorders, neurobiological and developmental disabilities, and those with coexisting mental health and behavioural issues.

Our vision is a world that embraces people with complex special needs.

Our mission is to create supportive nurturing communities that enable residents to develop to their maximum potential and enjoy an exceptional quality of life.

To achieve our vision and mission we strive for excellence in every aspect of care and create individualized programs that are developmentally focused, family involved, relationship based, competence centered, trauma informed, and ecologically oriented.

Reporting to the Program Manager, the Floor Supervisor supports our mission and vision to build a supportive and caring community and to guide our learners to reach their full potential through planned and impromptu skills instruction. The Floor Supervisor works closely with the Program Manager and utilizes a home-education model to respond to each client's specific education, social and vocational needs.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

Required Education Requirements: Completion of Diploma in Child and Youth Care Worker or Development Service Worker or similar education

Required Experience:?2 - 3 years working in a residential setting and previous supervisory experience is an asset Knowledge of relevant legislation, Quality Assurance Measures, Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services, Health and Safety Act, employee/labour relations practices and legislation Knowledge of Child Protection Act Previous experience working with individuals with complex needs and Autism Driver's License- level G or G2 and a reliable vehicle First Aid Level C Successful completion of a Vulnerable Sector Police Check Must provide a medical health assessment (form provided by Blooming Acres) Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills and effective oral-written communication skills Must be able to work all shifts, including day, overnights, afternoon, evening & weekend shifts and statutory holidays The ability to perform the physical aspects of the position, and to maintain good attendance Demonstrated problem solving, flexibility, creativity and mediation skills

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Knowledge of and implementation of behaviour plans and Plan of Care/Individual Support Plan for residents

Responsible for supervision of staff and residents

Provide mentoring, coaching and training to direct care staff

Administer medications in accordance with policies and protocols

Proven verbal and written communication skills

Responsible for the direct care of residents and staff during each shift

Ability to manage petty cash and resident's financial ledgers

Provide daily care to clients including meals and hygiene

Maintain confidentiality at all times

Support our residents to reach their full potential by building relationships with clients, demonstrating an interest in the resident, responding to resident's needs, negotiating focused goals, and building their self esteem

Support and follow individual plans consistently while facilitating and implementing educational, recreational (including swimming), and vocational programs, if applicable

Protect self and others by maintaining a safe environment via safety inspections, emergency procedures, crisis intervention techniques and Safe Management

On-going light housekeeping related duties which include, meal preparation, laundry, and cleaning

Complete necessary documentation in accordance with our policies and procedures, and Ministry of Community and Social Service requirements

Support and facilitate residents in their cultural and religious beliefs and practices

Participate as a member in a team environment by promoting and maintaining professional conduct, resolving conflict, acknowledging individual differences, and supporting team members and residents

Ensure that the daily schedule of each resident is followed by the Residential Care Workers including outings

Ensure meals are prepped and served and are in accordance with Food Safety guidelines

Other assigned duties
Special notes
Noise level is usually moderate to occasionally loud in the residence

Blossom Group is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all applicants. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment. If you require an accommodation during the application process, please contact hr@blossomgroup.ca

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $22.00-$24.00 per hour

Work Location: In person