Job Description
The Residential Part Time Direct Support Worker plays a vital role in supporting individuals with intellectual disabilities to explore their goals, share their unique talents and gifts, and be active members of their community.
This role offers the opportunity to work with people who have complex medical and behavioural needs and provide support to help them achieve a high quality of life.
About This Role
* You will be responsible for assisting persons supported to actively participate in community programs and events of their choice.
* You will provide support to participants in their homes and in the community, being flexible to change at any time as each person directs their choice of activities.
* You will also provide transportation for individuals you supported to and from specific destinations.
Your Responsibilities
* Assist persons supported to develop and implement personalized plans to promote independence and self-advocacy.
* Provide support to participants in daily living activities such as personal care assistance, meal preparation, and household management.
* Be a positive role model while interacting in the community, promoting the agency's mission and values.
* Nurture positive collaborative relationships with other staff, coordinators, and management, working effectively to meet the needs of individuals supported.