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About the Role
Bring the world to a person who is deafblind by supporting their communication and day-to-day living, enabling independence. Learn new skills and experience personal growth and fulfillment.
Responsibilities
- Support communication and day-to-day living for individuals with dual sensory impairment.
- Support the individual in their home and community environments.
- Use communication techniques to relay information.
- Empower the individual supported to participate and be successful in all aspects of daily living.
- Provide personal care as required.
- Assist with developing and supporting individual goals and objectives.
- Assist with program development.
- Ensure documentation and records are complete.
Requirements
- Completion of a college diploma or certificate in the Intervenor for Deafblind Persons program, or a related human services field (e.g., DSW, SSW, CSW, CDA, PSW, Behavioural Science).
- Experience supporting persons with developmental disabilities and challenging behaviours.
- Experience supporting persons with mental health conditions.
- Communication in American Sign Language (ASL) or Signed Exact English (SEE).
- Valid driver's license Class G, access to a reliable vehicle, a clean current driver's abstract, and ability to obtain $2 million in automobile liability insurance.
- Successful completion of a Vulnerable Sector Police Check.
- Repetitive hand motion, good manual dexterity, moderate stooping, bending, and lifting (35-50 lbs occasionally).
- Ability to work indoors and outdoors.
- Excellent verbal and written English communication skills.
Skills
- Communication techniques
- Personal care
- Program development
- Documentation
- American Sign Language (ASL)
- Signed Exact English (SEE)
- Interpersonal skills
Location
- London, ON
Work Type
- Full Time
- Contract until June 2027
Experience Level
- Entry Level
Education Level
- College diploma or certificate in Intervenor for Deafblind Persons program or related human services field
Salary/Compensations
- $23.49/hour
Benefits
- Weekend shift premium
- Paid sick days
- Up to 50% reimbursement for relevant classes after one year of service
- Opportunities to participate in conferences and workshops
About the Company
- Sensity supports individuals who are deafblind, enabling them to live independently.
Equal Opportunity
- Sensity is an equal opportunity employer.
- Values the importance of diversity and dignity in the workplace.
- Committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environments.
- Provides accommodation for job opportunities upon request.