Community Support Worker (Temporary PT) - Ongwanada

The Community Support Worker provides services and supports for clients in various locations as part of a team under the direction of in charge residential staff to ensure an optimum living environment.

DUTIES:

• Assists in direct care of and in maintaining a healthy, safe living environment for Persons Served;
• Assisting in the provision of personal care i.e., bathing, dressing, feeding, brushing of teeth, toileting, etc.;
• Participating with and supporting in areas such as cooking, (following direction of dietitian and Canada food guide), housecleaning, laundry, making beds, and outside duties as required;
• Operating Ongwanada vehicles for transportation to and from various sites and activities, as required.
• Participates in client-focused leisure and recreational activities and events:
• Provides 1-1 support to clients as required under direction of person in charge/supervisor;
• Other Duties as directed.

For the complete position description please contact Human Resources.

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:

• Certification as a Health care Aide or related experience
• Current certificates in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), First Aid
• A valid class G driving license with full driving privilege, and successful completion of an Ongwanada recognized Defensive Driving Course
• Excellent interpersonal skills, good oral and written communication skills combined with sound judgment
• Experience working with the developmentally challenged would be an asset
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the job and to work shifts

Other Details:

• File No: OP-25-81
• Date Posted: February 24, 2025
• Closing Date: Until Filled
• Location: Various Community Settings Napanee/Amherstview
• Dates of Vacancy: April 14, 2025 – February 22, 2026
• Hours of Work: Guaranteed a minimum of 24 hours per pay (biweekly)
• Wage: Hourly: Start – $25.97 6 Months – $26.30 One Year – $26.73

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Please submit a Cover Letter and Resume quoting file number by 4 pm on the noted closing date to:

Human Resources Specialist - Ongwanada

191 Portsmouth Avenue, Kingston, ON K7M 8A6

Fax (613) 548-8135

Email: careers@ongwanada.com

Please note consideration will be given to internal bargaining unit members before proceeding with external applicants.