Summer Program Worker (Group Homes)

• Recreational programming, instruction, and assisting with activities of daily living
• Representing the Association by participating in community events.

• Experience in assisting individuals in all aspects of daily living (total personal care, feeding, bathing, dressing, etc.)
• Knowledge of and ability to work with challenging behaviors.
• Knowledge of and ability to deal effectively with behaviors associated with mental health, an asset.
• Post-secondary education or training in a related field.
• Must be between the ages of 19-30 at intake time, legally entitled to work in Canada, and not hold another full-time (30 or more hours) summer job.
• Direct experience with people with developmental disabilities.
• Training in behavior management techniques.
• Criminal Record Clearance
• Medical Clearance
• Valid First Aid/CPR
• TB Test Clearance
• Demonstrated competency in English
• Basic computer literacy
• Must be a Canadian Citizen, Permanent Resident, or hold Refugee status

Knowledge of and ability to deal effectively with behaviors associated with mental health, an asset.

• On-the-job training
• Educational and training opportunities
• Professional development
• Community involvement
• An inclusive work environment