Job Details

Job Description

Job Location - Toronto

Shifts availability:

Option 1. Tuesday to Saturday - 6:00am to 2:00pm OR 2:00pm to 10:00pm OR 3:00pm to 11:00pm

Option 2. Sunday to Thursday - 6:00am to 2:00pm OR 2:00pm to 10:00pm 

Option 3: Rotation

Week 1: Monday, Tuesday, Saturday, Sunday - 8:00am to 8:00pm

Week 2: Monday, Thursday, Sunday - 8:00am to 8:00pm

Take an inside look at what you’ll do each day:

As a Direct Support Specialist, you will be:

• Supporting clients with community involvement and independence to optimize the individual’s quality of life
• Assisting and teaching daily living activities, and life skills to promote the self-esteem and well-being
• Daily documentation and reporting
• Medication Administration (as delegated)
• Managing challenging behaviors and situations using CPI knowledge and principles
• Supporting clients with varied level of personal care (e.g. hand-over-hand, full support, etc.)
• Assisting with household activities and chores
• Other responsibilities as assigned

What CBI Home Health offers you

• Regularly scheduled hours of either – Days and/or Afternoon shifts. Weekend work required for all positions (either every other weekend or one weekend day)
• Competitive wages (Pay rate is $20.50 per hour)
• This position is also eligible for an additional $3 government wage enhancement that will be added and paid out on all hours worked by the Direct Support Specialist
• Benefits including comprehensive Medical & Dental when working 25+ hours weekly
• CPI Advanced certification
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Opportunity for career advancement
• Comprehensive support and training by ABA team on BSP’s

What you need to be successful

To take on the role of Direct Support Specialist, you must have:

• Certificate from a related field such as Diploma in Behavior Science, Developmental Service Worker (DSW), Child and Youth Worker, Degree or Diploma from a Human Services related program. Consideration of Personal Support Worker certificate with relevant experience. 
• Current CPR and First Aid Certificate
• Clear Criminal record check with Vulnerable Sector Screening dated within the last 3 months
• Valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle required
• Driver’s Abstract (3-year Uncertified) dated within the last 3 months
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Proven interpersonal and organizational skills
• Previous community experience working with youth with developmental disabilities, challenging behavior would be considered an asset

Skills Required

• Adaptability
• Adherence to Protocols
• Analytical Skills