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POSITION SPECIFICATION POSITION TITLE: Community Inclusion Facilitator Individualized Resource Development and Oversight (IPRDO) TITLE OF IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Director of IPRDO Recruitment Transparency Community Living Fort Erie does not use artificial intelligence or automated decision-making tools to screen or assess applicants. All applications are reviewed by human hiring teams within Community Living Fort Erie. PURPOSE OF POSITION: As an agency we strive to develop partnerships with people we support, encouraging them to guide us to meet their needs and goals. This results in enriched experiences in friendship, family independence and community inclusion. Under the general direction of the IPRDO Director, and as a participating member of the team, the community inclusion facilitator will provide direct support to people with intellectual challenges. The community inclusion facilitator will demonstrate a positive approach during all interactions. All these supports are offered within the context of an effective personalized support plan, and are consistent with the Association''s goals and policies and all pertinent rules, regulations, and legislation. HOURS OF WORK: As per Article 15 of the Collective Agreement. WAGE RATE: As per Schedule A of the Collective Agreement STATEMENT OF MAJOR RESPONSIBILITY: -Actively provide direct care by assisting, guiding, counseling, and supporting each individual in meeting their physical, intellectual, emotional and social needs through community participation. Facilitate daily living opportunities for each individual who are rich with community access, opportunity, dignity, stimulation and safety. Demonstrate a positive approach during all interactions to ensure appropriate role modeling. Participate as a member of a multidisciplinary team, assessing, planning, charting, graphing, evaluating and reporting to the team, all pertinent information to assist with the development of each person''s Person Centered Plan. -Adhere to all standards of regulations as dictated by any relevant legislation, including Occupational Health & Safety, the Services and Supports to Promote Social Inclusion of Persons with Developmental Disabilities Act 2008, Ministry of Community & Social Services and the policies, procedures, and guiding philosophies of the Association. Facilitate the orientation, training and guidance of other Support Workers, volunteers and students as per the direction of the Manager, encouraging a supportive co-operative team effort. -Working flexible hours/days and weekends to accommodate supports with the person. -For each person supported facilitate the development of Individual Support Plans which provides for a process whereby the person and his/her network lead the planning. Implement, and report on Individual Support Plans, encouraging the person to develop their skills, talents and abilities to their maximum potential. -Promote and ensure the Agency''s Human Rights Statement and Commitment is followed when a person is unhappy with a restriction that is put in place. -Observe, report, and record any changes, issues or concerns in the mental or physical status of the person. -Ensure that the support deemed necessary by each person supported is met and maintained and these supports encourage maximum independence and a valued social role. -Respond to any emergencies that may arise in a prompt and appropriate manner, informing Manager and/or Executive Director immediately. Following all emergencies, complete an incident report as required. -Plan and participate in appropriate activities with the people we support both in their home and in the community. Respond to any emergencies that may arise in a prompt and appropriate manner, informing Manager and or Executive Director immediately following all emergencies, complete an incident report as required. -Adhere to established medication and safety procedures while administering all prescribed medications and treatments, keeping appropriate written records as required. Attend medical/dental appointments, informing family of results if appropriate and document any results and/or treatment plans. Carry out and document personal care as required. Clean and ensure maintenance of all assistive devices. -In conjunction with the support team, maintain all necessary records, files and charts as per established retention schedule, ensuring confidentially while providing adequate and appropriate communications with all people and services in meeting each person''s needs. -Use of personal vehicle is required. -Report to the Manager any changes and needs in the areas of staff scheduling, individuals or household expenditures and repairs to the furniture, house or equipment. Submit all requisitions for funds as required, retaining and labeling receipts for all monies spent for submission to Manager. -Coordinate with Family Support Case Manager Transitional Aged Youth (TAY) Planning to support ages from 18 years to approximately 25 years of age into adult services. -Facilitate and help to remove barriers to participation in the community such as transportation services for individuals by accessing community services or Association and if necessary assist people supported to network with other natural support networks such as friends and families. -Complete an intake package for persons who are new to service. -Maintain and further develop professional knowledge and skills keeping informed of current issues and trends in the field of intellectual disabilities and treatment of persons with behaviour and/or psychiatric disorders who have developmental disabilities through program and training related research, attendance at relevant professional organizations, and completion of relevant training and/or course as required and approved. -Attend and provide input into team meetings, committees and/or task groups as required and approved. -Promote a favorable image of the services available through verbal and written communications, having knowledge of Association programs including their, Vision, Mission and Commitment statements, policies and procedures, and by being sensitive to parents, community groups and concerned individuals; ensuring that any recommendations made are reviewed and/or implemented. -To assist families to complete applications for individualized funding, such as SSAH, Passport etc -To support and assist people supported/families with coordination of services i.e assessments referrals and networking between services. -Provide when required onsite employment support to people who initially secure employment to ensure that they understand their job duties and have all of the necessary supports in place to ensure a successful work placement. -Provide job maintenance support to people supported to ensure the job placement continues to be a success. -Facilitate the development of natural support networks that will support the person''s Individual Support Plan. -Engage in capacity thinking which is focusing and planning around the person''s assets, gifts and passions. -Facilitate Individual Support Plans based opportunities for people supported to enjoy, develop friendships, and build connections and skills. -Perform other related duties as required such as employment support and maintenance, development of natural support networks that will support the Person Centered Plan, facilitating directed community based opportunity for people supported to enjoy and develop friendships and build connections and skills. KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS: Must have a strong belief in Community Living - Fort Erie''s vision, as well as a strong understanding of Personal Outcome Measures and of the Agency''s Human Rights Statement. -Must possess good organizational and communication skills, both verbal and written. -Must possess time management skills, and ensure any required paperwork is submitted by deadlines. -Must have a professional and personable attitude in order to approach other professionals. -Must be fluent in the English language written and oral -Must possess basic computer skills. -Ability to be flexible and be able to prioritize as need arises. WORKING CONDITIONS/EFFORTS: Daily: Sitting at a desk or table with some walking, standing, bending, stooping or carrying light objects. Use of arms, hands or fingers in handling or manipulating objects. Repeated crouching and stretching. Operation of small appliances. Occasionally: Unaided lifting of objects up to 30 lbs. (i.e. furniture/boxes). Transferring individuals, support available if needed. Able to perform emergency first aid up to and including CPR. HEALTH & SAFETY: Duties of SWII in regard to Health & Safety include but are not limited to: -Work in compliance with the provisions of the OHS Act and regulations -Use or wear equipment, protective devices or clothing that the employer requires -Report to Manager the absence or defect in any equipment or protective device of which the worker is aware -Report to the Manager any contravention of the OHS act or regulations or the existence of any hazard of which he or she knows -Bring forth any suggestions that would promote health and safety proactively within the work environment or within Community Living Fort Erie -Be alert to health and safety dangers -Attend all scheduled training sessions -Assist in reducing lost time incidents QUALIFICATION CRITERIA: -Two years post secondary school diploma in Developmental Services field a degree or diploma in a related field. -Valid Ontario full ''G'' driver''s license -Must have Valid First Aid and CPR -Current Ontario driver''s license driving abstract Daily use of a vehicle for work purposes if needed, with your name listed on the automobile insurance policy and at least 1 million dollars liability coverage -A current Niagara Regional Police Clearance Certificate with Vulnerable Sector clearance. Must have Community Living - Fort Erie''s name specified. Must be dated within three months of hire. *Note a criminal record may affect your ability for employment with this Agency. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: $31.01 per hour Expected hours: 24 40 per week Benefits: Dental care Employee assistance program Extended health care Life insurance On-site parking Paid time off RRSP match Vision care Work Location: In person