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About the Role

Springboard's Developmental Services TAY home is a supported living program for transitional aged youth (TAY) with developmental disabilities. The program supports their transition from the child welfare system and assists in developing life skills pertinent to their life stage. The TAY Home offers a unique and innovative approach to skills training, providing an inclusive and supportive environment where individuals can create and achieve their own unique goals.

Responsibilities

Locate programs, services, housing and employment opportunities for individuals supported that align with goal plans.
Coordinate and provide direct support in the implementation of goals, monitoring achievements and outcomes.
Work effectively with other members of the TAY staff to develop strategies and implement therapeutic programming.
Receive direction from Senior Developmental Service Workers to support individuals in the home achieve goals.
Ensure the appropriate personal and physical care, crisis response, counselling and emotional support are provided in an effective, trauma-informed manner.
Maintain documentation and monitor finances for supported individuals.
Support development of programs both within and outside of the home.
Implement life skills facilitation that enable individuals to live and integrate into the community independently.
Ensure program plans promote independent living and are based on individual needs/goals, reflect a high level of learning, and are planned in discussion and collaboration with the Supervisor.
Facilitate life skills programming, one-on-one or in group settings, based on individual needs, goals, and support plan, within set timelines and standards.
Participate in assessing the long-term service needs of individuals supported and the program.
Oversee and implement menu planning and meal preparation as required, in collaboration with individuals living in the home.
Provide support for individuals to enable them to actively participate in community activities and/or recreational outings safely.
Plan community outings, appointments, and activities in accordance with individual needs, safety protocols, available resources, and programming, promoting social inclusion.
Demonstrate professionalism and respect, fostering positive relationships with the individual, their family/caregivers, and the community and referral sources.
Reduce safety incidents through strategies that reinforce positive behaviour and identify behaviour triggers.
Collect objective, accurate information on individual behaviour as required, including implementing the debrief process as per established CPI Crisis Management and funder guidelines.
Apply Individual Behaviour Support Plans and CPI consistently in cases of crisis or challenging behaviour.
Ensure the safety and security of the house, individuals, and staff as per legislation and policies.
Identify and report any potential hazards swiftly and appropriately.
Ensure written materials and/or correspondence are professional, clearly written, and reflect the agency and department philosophy and individual privacy.
Support staff scheduling as needed.
Regularly, accurately, and timely update files, databases, or reports.
Use applicable computer systems proficiently (Outlook, Teams, MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel) for preparing presentations, program materials, correspondence, reports, and updating files/databases.

Requirements

Post-Secondary school diploma in Social Services or Developmental Services or Secondary school diploma with at least one year of experience in Developmental Services.
Valid First Aid and Safe Management certifications.
Strong knowledge in computer applications, i.e., MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook.
Minimum of one-year recent work-related experience in working directly with individuals with a developmental disability or dual diagnosis.
Experience supporting youth involved in the child welfare system.
Experience working from a trauma-informed and harm reduction approach.
Direct experience engaging with diverse populations and an ability to apply a culturally responsive lens to all interactions.
Understanding of the Social Inclusion Act and the Act for the Supports of Persons with Developmental Disabilities (2008).
Working knowledge of the Developmental Services Sector.
Employment requires satisfactory VSS, references and proof of education.

Skills

Proven individual and group facilitation skills leading to individuals increasing independence related to activities of daily living.
Assessment skills for service delivery and operational/programming issues, including suitability and risk determination.
Program planning skills to implement, evaluate, and modify new and existing programs.
Effective crisis intervention skills to diffuse challenging situations.
Ability to work well under pressure to ensure minimal interruption in service delivery.
Written and verbal communication skills in English.
Ability to communicate in French verbally and in written form.

Location

Toronto, ON

Work Type

Part-time
Contract

Experience Level

Minimum of one-year recent work-related experience

Education Level

Post-Secondary school diploma in Social Services or Developmental Services
Secondary school diploma

Salary/Compensations

$28.78 per hour

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package
Pension plan
Access to training, mentorship, and career development opportunities.

About the Company

Springboard's mission is to build stronger communities by helping youth and adults develop the skills they need to reach their full potential.
As a charitable organization, we deliver innovative, professional and diverse programming by establishing partnerships between our clients and their community.
Springboard’s program areas include community justice, employment, developmental services, youth justice, Weed out The Risk and The Community Learning HUB.
People are at the centre of everything we do.
We foster opportunities for skills development, personal growth and social interaction.
We actively promote work/life balance and mental health supports.
We foster communication across the agency, from our Town Halls to our quarterly Springboard orientations.
We are a learning organization, and our people have the opportunity to provide feedback into all areas of the organization.
We have an active Employee Engagement Committee that focuses on connecting staff through communication, a rewards and recognition program, career development initiatives and social/team building opportunities.

Equal Opportunity

Springboard values the diverse skills and experiences and is committed to an inclusive and accessible environment.
Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process upon request.