Supported Living Residential Worker

The Autism Resource Centre is a non-profit organization that aims to meet the evolving needs of the autism community. We are hiring Casual Residential Support Workers. The Support Worker provides relationship-based, autism-informed and person-centered coaching to autistic adults. Working alongside residents, the employee helps build practical skills, confidence, self-determination and community connections so each person can live as independently as possible. The role also supports a safe, respectful and well-managed home and responds appropriately to health, medication, emotional and emergency needs.

This is a casual position which helps ensure our operations continue to run 24 hours a day. Shifts vary from 3 to 12 hours in length, and availability during various shifts including evenings, nights, and weekends is an asset. When applying, you must indicate:

• the average number of hours you are available to work each week
• the hours you are available to be scheduled from Monday to Sunday

Responsibilities

• Take a person-centered approach to follow daily routines and translate resident goals into practical coaching steps to support daily living tasks such as self-care, community participation, meal preparation and planning, scheduling, attending medical appointments, etc.
• Develop positive relationships with residents, family, community, and others
• Demonstrate a professional approach. Maintain confidentiality and dignity of residents
• Complete thorough and objective daily written documentation
• Maintain a clean, secure and welcoming home with resident participation.
• Collaborate with the team to provide effective handovers, consistent care, and attend staff meetings.

Qualifications

• Experience and knowledge supporting autistic people, people experiencing disability, or adults requiring coaching in independent living or mental wellness.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and basic computer skills
• Valid driver's license and vehicle