About ErinoakKids

ErinoakKids is Ontario’s largest children’s treatment centre – serving children and youth with disabilities and their families each year. ErinoakKids provides a broad range of medical, therapeutic and support services to children and youth with physical and developmental disabilities, autism, communication disorders and children who are deaf or blind.

Why Join ErinoakKids:

Competitive salary, vacation and benefit plan which includes Health and Dental options
Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
Travel reimbursement across various sites
Referral program that rewards you for bringing in top talent
Wellness Programs - Employee Assistance Program / People Connect
Commitment to growing and developing your career through ongoing training and mentorship

Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility:

ErinoakKids is committed to cultivating a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI). Through our hiring practices, we strive to build a workforce that is reflective of the diverse client population and communities we serve. We embrace and appreciate the unique differences, life experiences, knowledge, talent, capabilities and perspectives that our employees bring to their work and that contributes to our culture, reputation and achievements. Our differences unite and inspire us to work together to support our mission to help children and youth with physical, developmental and communication disabilities achieve optimal levels of independence, learning, health and well-being.

ErinoakKids is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to providing an inclusive and barrier free experience to applicants’ with accessibility needs. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage during the recruitment process. Applicants who require accommodations for disabilities or other specific grounds need to make their needs known in advance to Human Resources.

Join us on our mission to make a difference and impact on the lives of children and youth with disabilities. Apply today to join the ErinoakKids team!

The successful candidate will be required to complete a vulnerable sector search.

Please note that all prospective ErinoakKids employees are subject to mandatory immunization requirements, including the full COVID-19 vaccination (two doses), as a condition of obtaining and maintaining employment.

Respite Service Facilitator - Casual

Brampton, ON, Canada

Part Time

Respite Services

Entry Level

Permanent Casual positions available
Brampton site
Work Arrangement: On-site

Position Summary:
ErinoakKids is currently seeking energetic Respite Service Facilitators to support children and young adults that are medically and/or behaviourally complex within respite services. The successful candidate will possess strong interpersonal and communication skills and work towards supporting clients as they participate in daily living activities.

Schedule Requirements:

Must be available to work 5 shifts/month
- 3 of these shifts must be a weekend shift (Friday 4:00pm to Monday 6:00am).
- The other 2 shifts can be weekend shifts or weekday shifts.
Shifts are typically:
- 6:00am – 4:00pm (morning/day)
- 8:00am – 4:00pm (morning/day)
- 8:00am – 6:00pm (morning/day)
- 4:00pm – midnight (evening)
- 6:00pm – 6:00am (overnight)
- Midnight – 8:00am (overnight)

Key Responsibilities:

Assist with planning, implementing and evaluating activities of daily living for participants in the Respite Program;
Engage in general client care including feeding, dressing, bathing as well as full support for diapering and toileting;
Work towards maximizing client independence in day to day activities;
Promote participation in leisure activities and social skill development;
Employ behavior management strategies as appropriate;
Operate transfer and mobility equipment.

Qualifications:

Must have or be working towards Child & Youth Worker (CYW) diploma, Developmental Support Worker (DSW), Social Service Worker (SSW), Personal Support Worker (PSW), Autism Behavioural Sciences (ABS) certificate or relevant education and/or experience;
Experience working with children and/or young adults with physical and developmental disabilities is preferred;
Experience working with children and/or young adults with medical needs such as seizures, tracheostomies and feeding tubes;
Experience working with children and/or young adults with challenging behaviors;
Experience with assisting individuals in personal care;
Knowledge of Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) is an asset;
Current C.P.R. and First Aid and CPI certificate is preferred;
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
Ability to work flexible hours including evenings, overnight and weekends;
Enjoy working with children in a team atmosphere;
Bilingualism in French and English is an asset.

Join us on our mission to make a difference and impact on the lives of children and youth with disabilities. Apply today to join the ErinoakKids team!

@Erinoakkids
The successful candidate will be required to complete a vulnerable sector search.
Please note that all prospective ErinoakKids employees are subject to mandatory immunization requirements, including the full COVID-19 vaccination (two doses), as a condition of obtaining and maintaining employment.

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