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Reference #: | Please indicate PART TIME or CASUAL in your cover |
Position Type: | Part-time |
Location: | London, Ontario |
Date Posted: | Oct 06, 2015 |
Job Description
We currently have 4 Intervenor positions open in the London area: 3 Part Time positions offering anywhere from 15-30 hours per week and 1 Casual position that will allow the incumbent to pick up shifts as their schedule allows for coverage, holidays, leaves of absence, sick time, etc.
Position Objective
This position is responsible for providing on-going Intervention to consumers who are deafblind. The Intervenor is responsible for providing communication and information to the consumer in their preferred mode of communication. The Intervenor provides input and participates as part of the team, in the overall program development, while following the philosophy of Intervention, and ensuring the health and safety of the consumer.
Reporting Requirements
The Intervenor reports to the Intervention Coordinator.
Key Responsibilities
- Provides on-going Intervention to consumers who are Deafblind in their home and community environments
- Uses appropriate communication techniques to relay information to the consumer(s)
- Monitors the health and well –being of consumer and ensures that appropriate action is taken
- Provides a level of Intervention that ensures the consumer is successful in all aspects of daily living and life skills including personal hygiene, meal preparation, house cleaning etc.
- Adheres to all Health & Safety requirements and provides recommendations on areas requiring change
- Provides input as part of the team into the development of consumer goals and objectives
- Ensures documentation and records are completed according to established procedures and protocols
Education and Related Experience
- Completion of a college diploma or certificate in Intervention, Developmental Services Worker, Social Services, Human Services, Communicative Disorders Assistant or a related field
- Experience working with individuals who are deafblind is an asset but not required
- Previous experience supporting persons with developmental disabilities and challenging behaviors
- Experience providing personal support activities
- Ability to understand different communication methods and learning styles
- Good organizational skills and critical thinking abilities
Other
- Employment conditional upon receipt of successful Vulnerable Persons Police Clearance
- Valid driver's license Class G, access to a reliable vehicle and ability to obtain automobile insurance with a minimum liability of two million dollars.
- Clean current Driver's abstract
Working Environment and Physical Demands
- This position involves working in a variety of settings i.e. supported independent living program, family home, community environments
- Requires repetitive hand motion and good manual dexterity. Moderate stooping, bending, and lifting. Works outside and inside
- Part Time employees required to work days, evenings and weekends on a rotational schedule; Casual employees pick up shifts as their schedule allows
To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter through our website at: https://cdbaontario.prevueaps.com/jobs/ or email to hr@cdbaontario.com.
We thank all applicants, however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.
Application Contact Information
Company Name: | Canadian Deafblind Association Ontario Chapter |
Email Address: | hr@cdbaontario.com |
Company Website: | http://www.cdbaontario.com |
Application URL: | Click here to apply online |