POSITION TITLE Transitional Age Youth Inclusion Coordinator
LOCATION: 615 Industrial Drive, Fort Erie
TITLE OF IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Manager of Community and Family Support
PURPOSE OF POSITION: Under the general direction of the Manager of Community and Family Support, the Transitional Age Youth Employment Facilitator will provide direct support to the individuals with intellectual challenges. The TAY facilitator will encourage that all individuals who receive support from this agency are being guided to meet their needs and goals which will result in enriched experiences in Employment and volunteer experiences, friendship, independence and community inclusion. The facilitator will demonstrate a positive approach during all interactions. All these supports are offered within the context of an effective personalized support plan, and are consistent with the Association’s goal and policies and all pertinent rules, regulations and legislation.
HOURS OF WORK:
Up to 35 hours work week
WAGE RATE:
$20.50 per hour
STATEMENT OF MAJOR RESPONSIBILITY:
- Actively provide direct care by assisting, guiding, counseling, and supporting each individual in meeting their physical, intellectual, emotional and social needs through community participation. Facilitate daily living opportunities for each individual who are rich with community access, opportunity, dignity, stimulation and safety. Demonstrate a positive approach during all interactions to ensure appropriate role modeling.
- Adhere to all standards of regulations as dictated by any relevant legislation, including Occupational Health & Safety, the Services and Supports to Promote Social Inclusion of Persons with Developmental Disabilities Act 2008, Ministry of Community & Social Services and the policies, procedures, and guiding philosophies of the Association.
- Create personal profiles for each of the youth participants. Assist on developing Person Centered Plans to address the goals and interests of the individual.
- Promote and ensure the Agency’s Human Rights Statement and Commitment is followed when a person is unhappy with a restriction that is put in place.
- In conjunction with the support team, maintain all necessary records, files and charts as per established retention schedule, ensuring confidentially while providing adequate and appropriate communications with all people and services in meeting each person’s needs.
- Assist on seeking out training, education, potential employment & volunteer opportunities in the community and provide support as required. Establish potential partnerships with school boards and employment centers to provide additional training, support and education. TAYF should encourage and support the youth to gain new experiences and try new activities in the community. Set up tours to visually see potential work placements.
- Facilitate and help to remove barriers to participation in the community such as transportation services for individuals by accessing community services or Association and if necessary assist people supported to network with other natural support networks such as friends and families.
- Work on transit training and setting up alternative transportation to get to placements or training opportunities.
- Maintain and further develop professional knowledge and skills keeping informed of current issues and trends in the field of intellectual disabilities and treatment of persons with behaviour and/or psychiatric disorders who have developmental disabilities through program and training related research, attendance at relevant professional organizations, and completion of relevant training and/or course as required and approved.
- Promote a favorable image of the services available through verbal and written communications, having knowledge of Association programs including their, Vision, Mission and Commitment statements, policies and procedures, and by being sensitive to parents, community groups and concerned individuals; ensuring that any recommendations made are reviewed and/or implemented.
KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:
- Must have a strong belief in Community Living-Fort Erie’s vision, as well as a strong understanding of Personal Outcome Measures and of the Agency’s Human Rights Statement.
- Must possess good organizational and communication skills, both verbal and written. Must possess time management skills, and ensure any required paperwork is submitted by deadlines.
- Must have a professional and personable attitude in order to approach other professionals.
- Must possess basic computer skills.
- Ability to be flexible and be able to prioritize as need arises.
- Must be fluent in English language-oral and written
WORKING CONDITIONS/EFFORTS:
Sitting at a desk or table with some walking, standing, bending, stooping or carrying light objects. Use of arms, hands or fingers in handling or manipulating objects. Repeated crouching and stretching.
QUALIFICATION CRITERIA:
- Field of study encompassing the following: Social Services, Sociology, Psychology, Recreation & Leisure, Educational Assistant and Special Needs Support, Developmental Service Worker, Early Childhood Education. Certifications and experience provided upon hire directly related to Human Service field.
- Valid First Aid Certificate
- Valid Non Violent Crisis Intervention Certificate
- A current Niagara Regional Police Clearance Certificate with Vulnerable Sector clearance. Must have Community Living Fort Erie’s name specified. Must be dated within three months of hire.
*Note a criminal record may affect your ability for employment with this Agency.
- Valid Ontario driver’s “G” license and access to own reliable vehicle DAILY to transport TAY participants.
- Valid Ontario drivers abstract.
- Current WHIMS Certificate
- Certificate of Worker Health & Safety Awareness in 4 Steps
Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 8 months
Pay: $20.50 per hour
Expected hours: No more than 35 per week
Education:
- DCS / DEC (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Class G Licence (required)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 2025-08-12
Expected start date: 2025-09-15