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Direct Support Facilitator - Intensive Support Residence

@ Community Living Hamilton

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Hamilton, Ontario

$29.28/hrFull-time2+ years experience
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Overview

Community Living Hamilton is hiring 2 full-time and 3 part-time Direct Support Facilitators for its Intensive Support Residential Program, supporting adults with developmental disabilities, mental health challenges, addictions and homelessness. The work involves coaching clients toward goals in their Person Directed Plans and maintaining a safe living environment. The role pays $29.28 per hour on a rotating day, evening and night schedule with alternating weekends, plus a matching pension.

Pay:

$29.28 an hour

Responsibilities:

  • Support clients toward goals in Person Directed Plans
  • Foster independence through skill coaching
  • Advocate for client rights and well-being
  • Maintain safe, supportive living environment
  • Complete documentation and reporting

Requirements summary:

  • DSW, SSW, CYW or related social services diploma/degree
  • Two years supporting complex needs preferred
  • Experience with Person Directed Plans and Individual Support Plans
  • Valid First Aid and CPR certification
  • Valid G licence with clean 3-year driver's abstract

Tools & skills

Mental healthMentor individualsCoachingRelationship buildingDocumentationReportingCommunication skillsProblem solvingInterpersonal skillsFirst AidCPR

Benefits mentioned

Retirement plan
Source and dates

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Employer posting date
2026-11-01
First seen by our source
2026-10-15
Source record updated
2026-11-02

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Job details

SeniorityEntry level
DepartmentSocial & community services
Scheduleday, evening, weekends, overnight
Travelair: none · ground: none
Work settingCare home
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical moderate · computer moderate
Licences & certificationsFirst Aid, CPR
Driver’s licencerequired
Background checksdriving record
Encouraged to applyIndigenous peoples, People with disabilities, Racialized people, Women, 2SLGBTQ+
EducationCollege diploma (required)
Fields of studyDevelopmental Services Worker, Social Service Worker, Child and Youth Worker
Perks mentionedRetirement plan

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Community Living Hamilton

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Full company description

Community Living Hamilton is an accredited not-for-profit organization and registered charity that offers a full range of services to people with a range of disabilities. We are one of the largest not-for-profits in Hamilton; each year we provide service to approximately 1,400 children, teens, adults and families.

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3,222
People associated on LinkedIn
126
Reported office locations
  • 191 York Boulevard, Hamilton, ON L8R1Y6, CA
Business categories
  • Training
  • Non Profit
  • Charity
  • Social Assistance
  • Young Adults
  • Home Health Care
  • Child Care
Other recorded names
  • Community Living Hamilton
Specialties
  • Children's Respite
  • One-to-one Staffing
  • Special Needs Programs
  • Disabilities Programs
  • and Developmental Disabilities
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Reported total investment
0

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Community Living Hamilton is an accredited not-for-profit organization and registered charity that offers a full range of services to people with a range of disabilities. We are one of the largest not-for-profits in Hamilton; each year we provide service to approximately 1,400 children, teens, adults and families.

FieldValue
IndustryNon-profit Organizations
Company size201-500 employees
HeadquartersHamilton, ON
Organization typeNonprofit
SpecialtiesChildren's RespiteOne-to-one StaffingSpecial Needs ProgramsDisabilities Programsand Developmental Disabilities
Open jobs on Jobsy3
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Job description
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

If you are passionate about supporting people to develop independence, achieve personal goals, and overcome barriers, we encourage you to apply.

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 2SLGBTQ+ community. Accommodations are available throughout the hiring process upon request. Please contact [email protected] for assistance.

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