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- Employment type
- Part-time, Contract
- Experience level
- Entry, Junior · 0+ years
- Minimum education
- Professional degree
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 23 hours per week
Job summary
Provide direct guidance and personal care to individuals with intellectual disabilities, including managing feeding tubes and behavioral support. Collaborate with a staff team to develop, implement, and review support plans while maintaining a safe and healthy environment.
Job details
Contract October 4, 2026 - January 30, 2027 Location Description: Extensive health care needs and personal care. Feeding tubes. Must adhere to protocols and support strategies. Mild behaviour support and mental health needs. Job Summary: Provide guidance and support to individuals. Contribute input for the development, implementation, and review of support plans. As part of a staff team, share knowledge and information in assisting with problem solving, identifying needs, and promoting a safe and healthy environment for all individuals at the location. Qualifications: 1.Completion of a one (1) year post-secondary diploma/degree in a human service field of study and six (6) months experience working with people with an intellectual disability. 2.First Aid Certification. 3.Valid Driver's License and access to an automobile. This is an open, part-time contract position. A satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check, proof of a valid driver's license, and proof of automobile insurance will be required as a condition of employment. Community Living Essex County is committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible, and equitable workplace. We welcome applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment and selection process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Please advise as soon as possible if accommodation is required. All applications must be received on or before October 22, 2026, at 4:30pm. We thank all applicants for their interest in Community Living Essex County however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All applicants are encouraged to apply for multiple job postings they may be interested in. Our VISION: A community that celebrates inclusion and inspires possibilities. Our MISSION: We are committed to supporting people with an intellectual disability to achieve their goals and dreams, empowering them to flourish as full citizens who are valued in their community. Initial Hours of Work: Flexibility to work hours as required for the needs of the people supported. The hours are: Sunday 3:00pm-9:00pm, Wednesday 4:00p-9:00pm, Friday 8:00am-12:00pm, and Saturday 8:00am-4:00pm (23 hours per week)
What you’ll do
Provide direct guidance and personal care to individuals with intellectual disabilities, including managing feeding tubes and behavioral support. Collaborate with a staff team to develop, implement, and review support plans while maintaining a safe and healthy environment.
Requirements
Requires a one-year post-secondary diploma or degree in a human service field and at least six months of experience working with people with intellectual disabilities. Candidates must possess a valid driver's license, automobile access, and First Aid certification.
Listed skills
- First Aid · Preferred
- Problem solving · Preferred
- Mental Health Support · Preferred
- Documentation · Preferred
- Communication · Preferred
- Team Collaboration · Preferred
- Personal Care · Preferred
Other relevant skills
Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.
- Personal care
- Feeding tube assistance
- Behavior support
- Mental health support
- Support plan development
- Problem solving
- First aid
- Documentation
- Communication
- Team collaboration
- Valid Driver's License
- Mental Health
- Disabilities
- Intellectual Disabilities
- Problem Solving
- Personal Care
- Social Support
Job areas
- Social Services
- Healthcare
- Software Contractor
- Mental Health Assistant
- Health Care Assistants
- Psychiatric Aides
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