Posted 22 days ago
Community Support Specialist
Hawkesbury, Ontario
Responsibilities:
- Committed to providing support in a quality 24/7 group home, focused on the individual behaviour needs.
- You have a Developmental Service, or Community Support Service or Social Services diploma with experience working with aggressive behavioural clients.
Requirements summary:
- You have a Developmental Service, or Community Support Service or Social Services diploma with experience working with aggressive behavioural clients.
- Ability to support and manage challenging behaviours.
- Ability to build therapeutic rapport and follow prescribed programming.
- Experience in design and implementation of life skills,
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Job Qualifications
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-15
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-15
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-03
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We are looking for Behaviour Community Support Specialist
Join our Team and make a difference in our community with a reputable group home agency seeking reliable and compassionate Behaviour Residential Support Workers, in Ottawa and Russell Prescott area for Youth and Families.
Job Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and professional Behaviour Residential Support Workers, to support daily support to youth within group home settings. In this role , we rely on your commitment to ensure, comfort, well-being and support of youth and their families. The ideal candidate is committed to helping another person in their community.
Why Join Us:
- Group Homes- HAWKESBURY HOME ONLY
- 10-12 hour shifts
- Day and evening availability needed!
- Competitive hourly rates!
Responsibilities
- Committed to providing support in a quality 24/7 group home, focused on the individual behaviour needs.
- You have a Developmental Service, or Community Support Service or Social Services diploma with experience working with aggressive behavioural clients.
This role offers the opportunity to work with children and young people, particularly those suffering with symptoms related to ADD/ADHD, anxiety disorders, eating disorders, mental health issues, disruptive behaviours, family dynamics and educational struggles.
Experience
- Ability to support and manage challenging behaviours.
- Ability to build therapeutic rapport and follow prescribed programming.
- Experience in design and implementation of life skills,
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Proficiency in basic computer applications such as MS Office or similar programmes
Job Qualifications
- University degree or College diploma in a related discipline such as Personal Support Worker, Developmental Service Worker or Social Service Worker Program
- Minimum of 3- 6 months experience working with aggressive behaviours
- Experience with individuals with autism, mental health, behavioural, and complex needs
Additional Requirements:
- Certification in a recognized Crisis Intervention- NVCI
- G class driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle is REQUIRED
- Cleared Vulnerable Sector Police Check (within 6 months)
- CPR and First Aid certification (current)
- Must be fully COVID-19 vaccinated.
- Immunisation Records
- Language: English and french is considered an asset!
- Location: Hawkesbury
PLEASE NOTE WILL WILL VALIDATE ALL CREDENTIALS
We appreciate your interest, however, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
Job Type: Casual
Licence/Certification:
- CPR Certification (required)
- NVCI (required)
Willingness to travel:
- 100% (preferred)
Work Location: In person- Prescott Russell, Hawkesbury
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