Springboard
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JuniorDevelopmentalServiceWorker-TAY
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“Junior Developmental Service Worker - TAY at Springboard. Skills: Developmental Services, Transitional Aged Youth, crisis intervention, life skills facilitation, trauma-informed approach. Locate programs, services, housing and employment opportunities for individuals supported that align with goal plans. Coordinating and providing direct support in the implementation of goals, monitoring achievements and outcomes”
What You'll Achieve.
individuals develop the skills they need to reach their full potential; individuals can create and achieve their own unique goals; individuals increasing independence related to activities of daily living; individuals to live and integrate into the community independently; individuals to actively participate in community activities and/or recreational outings in a safe manner; promote social inclusion
Industry & Context.
Assessment skills required for both the delivery of service to individuals and daily operational/programming issues, including determination of suitability and risk; Program planning skills to implement, evaluate and modify new and existing programs, as needed
Requires remaining awake and alert during overnight hours, Schedules are subject to change to meet operational needs, Satisfactory VSS, references and proof of education
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Post-Secondary school diploma in Social Services or Developmental Services or Secondary school diploma with at least one year of experience in Developmental Services, Valid First Aid and Safe Management certifications, knowledge in computer applications, i. e. , MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Working knowledge of the Developmental Services Sector
Nice to Have
Ability to communicate in French verbally and in written form
What You'll Do.
housing and employment opportunities for individuals supported that align with goal plans
Coordinating and providing direct support in the implementation of goals
monitoring achievements and outcomes
Work effectively with other members of the TAY staff to develop strategies and implement therapeutic programming
Receives direction from Senior Developmental Service Workers to support individuals in the home achieve goals
Ensure the appropriate personal and physical care
counselling and emotional support are provided in an effective
trauma informed manner
Maintain documentation
monitoring of finance for supported individuals
Support development of programs both within and outside of the home
Implement life skills facilitation that enable individuals to live and integrate into the community independently
Ensure program plans that are developed and implemented promote independent living and are based on individual’s needs/goals
reflects high level of learning
and planned in discussion and collaboration with the Supervisor
Successful facilitation of life skills programming
either one on one or in group settings
based on Individual’s needs
goals and support plan
and within the set timelines and standards
Participate in assessing the long-term service needs of individuals supported and the program
In collaboration with individuals living in the home
oversee and implement menu planning meal preparation as required
Provide supports for individuals to enable them to actively participate in community activities and/or recreational outings in a safe manner
and activities are carefully planned and in accordance with individual’s needs
and and promote social inclusion
Demonstrate professionalism respect at all times
including developing and fostering positive relationships with the individual
their family/caregivers
and the community and referral sources
Reduce safety incidents through a variety of strategies that reinforce positive behaviour and identify before
during and after behaviour through appropriate collection of objective
accurate information on an individual’s behaviour as required
including the implementation of the debrief process as per established Safe Management Group (SMG)G and funder guidelines
Proper and consistent application of Individual’s Behaviour Support Plans and Safe Management
in case of crisis or when dealing with challenging behaviour
Ensure safety and security of the house
the individuals and the staff as per legislation and policies
Swift and appropriate identification and reporting of any potential hazards
Written materials and/or correspondence are professional
clearly written and reflects the philosophy of the agency and department and the privacy of the individuals in service
Support staff scheduling
databases or and use applicable computer systems proficiently (Outlook
Excel) in preparing presentation and/or program materials
compiling/preparing reports
updating files and databases
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Work effectively with other members of the TAY staff to develop strategies and implement therapeutic programming; In discussion and collaboration with the Supervisor
Communication Scope
Written and verbal communication skills in English to communicate ideas, instructions and information in a clear, concise manner; Ability to communicate in French verbally and in written form
Full Job Description
**ABOUT US** **Springboard's mission** is to build stronger communities by helping youth and adults develop the skills they need to reach their full potential. As a charitable organization, we deliver innovative, professional and diverse programming by establishing partnerships between our clients and their community. Springboard’s program areas include community justice, employment, developmental services, youth justice, Weed out The Risk and The Community Learning HUB. **WHO WE ARE** **People are at the centre of everything we do.** We foster opportunities for skills development, personal growth and social interaction. We also actively promote work/life balance and mental health supports. We foster communication across the agency, from our Town Halls to our quarterly Springboard orientations. We are a learning organization, and our people have the opportunity to provide feedback into all areas of the organization. We have an active Employee Engagement Committee that focuses on connecting staff through communication, a rewards and recognition program, career development initiatives and social/team building opportunities. Springboard offers a comprehensive benefits package for full time, permanent staff and, a savings plan for all permanent positions. **THE OPPORTUNITY** **Job Class** Union **Department** Developmental Services: Transitional Aged Youth **Location** Toronto, ON **Status** Part-time, Permanent **Pay Rate** $59,865.54 per annum **Vacancy Number** DS-U26-10 **Number of vacancies** 1 **Available** Immediately **Hours/Shifts** Shift times will be from 12:00 AM to 08:00 AM Saturday to Sunday. The role requires remaining awake and alert during overnight hours. Schedules are subject to change to meet operational needs. Developmental Services’ TAY home is a supported living program that provides for transitional aged youth (TAY) with developmental disabilities, to support their transition from the child welfare system and assist in developing identified life
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