Direct Support Facilitator - Intensive Residence

Position: Direct Support Facilitator - Intensive Support Residence
Build Great Lives. Build a Meaningful Career.  Community Living Hamilton supports more than 1,600 adults and children with diverse abilities to live meaningful, inclusive lives in their communities. We are currently seeking 2 Full-Time and 3 Part-Time Direct Support Facilitators to join our Intensive Support Residential Program supporting individuals with developmental disabilities, mental health challenges, addictions, and experiences of homelessness.
This is an existing vacancy.
Pay Rate: $29.28 per hour

Schedule:

This position follows a rotating schedule that includes days, evenings, weekdays, and weekends. Day Shift (7 am to 3 pm);
Evening shift (3pm – 11 pm);
Night shift (11 pm
-7 am).
Employees will participate in an alternating day and evening schedule, including every other weekend, based on operational requirements and posted schedules.
What You'll Do   Support individuals in achieving goals identified within their Person Directed Plans/Individual Support Plans
Foster independence through skill development and coaching
Support health, wellness, recreation, employment, and relationship-building goals
Develop respectful and professional relationships that promote dignity, choice, and inclusion
Collaborate with community partners and multidisciplinary teams
Advocate for client rights, interests, and well-being
Maintain a safe, secure, and supportive living environment
Complete required documentation and reporting
Respond appropriately to challenging situations and behaviours using approved intervention strategies
Qualifications   DSW, SSW, CYW, or related Social Services diploma/degree
Two years' experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities, mental health, addictions, homelessness, or complex support needs preferred.
Demonstrated ability to build effective professional relationships based on respect, dignity, inclusion, and healthy boundaries.
Experience developing and implementing Person Directed Plans and Individual Support Plans.
Strong communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills
Commitment to person-centred supports and community inclusion.
Valid First Aid and CPR Certification
A valid G class driver’s license with a clean 3-year driver’s abstract, and proof of insurance in good standing.
Why join CLH:
Competitive wage of $29.28 per hour
Meaningful, person-centred work
Employer matching Pension
Opportunities for professional growth and development
An organization committed to inclusion, respect, and community participation
At Community Living Hamilton, we are committed to employment equity and to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of our community. We uphold the standards set out in the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and strive to ensure an accessible, barrier-free recruitment process. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including persons with disabilities, Indigenous Peoples, racialized individuals, women, and members of the 2

SLGBTQ+ community. Accommodations are available throughout the hiring process upon request. Please contact  for assistance.