Part Time Support Worker – Sundridge

We provide:

• Starting salary $23.43/hour + 4% vacation pay + 4.75% in lieu of benefits
• Paid on-the-job training
• Automatic wage increases according to a grid system
• Employee Assistance Program available free of charge 24/7
• Group Pension Plan with employer matching

Job Requirements:

• Must have a valid Class G drivers license
• Must have access to a reliable vehicle, and willingness to attain the proper insurance endorsement for transporting individuals
• Able to provide a favourable Police Vulnerable Sector Check
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, verbally and in writing
• Maturity, ability to work well on a team and with minimal supervision
• Good interpersonal skills
• Able to meet the physical demands of the position
• Post-Secondary Diploma/Degree in Social Services field preferred, but not required
• Experience supporting people who have a developmental disability preferred, but not always required

Position Overview:

A Support Worker provides support to individuals in any or all environments, including home, work, leisure, recreation, or other community places. The support worker is responsible for assisting the individual in all aspects of daily living. Community inclusion, independence, decision making and personal choice should be promoted through these supports with a focus on individual needs.

Assistance could be in the form of daily living skills, administering medication, attending community events, assisting with employment or volunteer opportunities, personal finances, medical appointments, personal care, or other needs. Documentation and planning are also a large part of the job.

Part Time Support Worker positions typically have a base schedule of weekend shifts averaging 12 - 16 hours per week, with additional shifts scheduled as needed on weekdays, evenings, overnight shifts, and all statutory holidays.

Apply Now:

Send your resume and cover letter to ltrottier@ahcl.org

About Almaguin Highlands Community Living:

Our Mission

Almaguin Highlands Community Living exists in order to educate the full community, families, people supported and our staff as to the meaning of full citizenship and how it is intended to apply to people with developmental disabilities in terms of inclusion, rights, aspirations and potential for contribution.

AHCL also exists to provide a range of supports to people with developmental disabilities on a day to day basis that vary widely depending on the individual needs of each person.

Our Vision

Full inclusion and related opportunities will exist for all people supported by the organization within each person’s own community.

• The mandate and activities of AHCL will be well understood and appreciated in the larger community.
• Strong partnerships will exist with a number of community organizations across all aspects of community life.
• A strong focus on self-examination as an organization will exist and we will seek to continuously improve our service and effectiveness.
• We will be known as a transparent organization with a highly motivated staff that feel valued.

Together We Can . . . Together We Will.