Direct Support Professional in Ontario

Position: Direct Support Professional Role in Ontario
Location: Mono

Join Cedar Heights as a Direct Support Professional, providing impactful support to individuals with neurodiversions. Engage in life skills training and facilitate community integration in a variety of Ontario locations.

Cedar Heights is looking for passionate individuals to enhance the lives of children, adolescents, and adults in need of care.

Your role will focus on implementing programming that develops personal skills and supports educational growth. The position also involves crisis management and client-centered approaches.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide hands-on training in life skills and recreation

• Design and execute personalized therapeutic programs

• Assist clients with daily activities and hygiene support

• Promote client advocacy within the community

• Attend agency workshops for continuous learning

Requirements:

• Degree or diploma in a relevant field like Psychology or Social Work

• Experience working with children or youth with disabilities

• Knowledge of behavioral intervention strategies

• Certification in First Aid/CPR; valid driver's license

• Strong verbal and written communication abilities

Lend your expertise in support and advocacy at Cedar Heights to empower clients and enhance their quality of life.