Canada Job Visa: developmental service worker Needed in Canada By Momentum 

Work setting

• Group home
• Work in employer’s/client’s home
• Private residence

Key Responsibilities:

• Direct Support:
  • Assist individuals with daily living activities, including personal care, meal preparation, and transportation.
  • Develop and implement individualized support plans in collaboration with clients and their families.
• Skill Development:
  • Facilitate skill-building activities to promote independence, social skills, and community involvement.
  • Encourage participation in recreational and social activities.
• Advocacy:
  • Advocate for clients’ needs and preferences, ensuring their voices are heard in decision-making processes.
  • Support individuals in accessing community resources and services.
• Documentation:
  • Maintain accurate records of client progress, incidents, and service delivery.
  • Report any concerns or changes in clients’ behavior or health to supervisors.
• Collaboration:
  • Work closely with a multidisciplinary team, including therapists, social workers, and family members.
  • Participate in team meetings and training sessions to enhance service delivery.
• Crisis Management:
  • Address and manage challenging behaviors in a positive and constructive manner.
  • Implement crisis intervention strategies when necessary.

Tasks

• Provide suicide and crisis intervention
• Resolve conflict situations
• Supervise activities of clients living in group homes and half-way houses
• Assist clients/guests with special needs
• Accompany clients to appointments and social outings
• Evaluate work environments, programs and procedures to control, eliminate, and prevent disease or injury
• Maintain clean and safe work environment

Supervision

• 1 to 2 people

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• First Aid Certificate
• CPR Certificate

Experience and specialization

Work experience with special needs students

• Assistance with personal hygiene

Area of work experience

• Reports and records

Area of specialization

• Training and professional development

Additional information

Security and safety

• Criminal record check
• Medical exam
• Immunization records

Transportation/travel information

• Own transportation
• Own vehicle
• Valid driver’s licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Physically demanding

Weight handling

• Up to 13.5 kg (30 lbs)

Personal suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Judgement
• Client focus
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Team player

Preferred Skills:

• Knowledge of developmental disabilities and related support services.
• First Aid and CPR certification is an asset.
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings and weekends.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• A supportive and inclusive work environment.

Benefits

Financial benefits

• As per collective agreement