Hamilton 20 hr/wk plus relief Permanent House Assistant ( DSW) at L'Arche Canada Inc. – Hamilton, Ontario

Position Summary:

This is a Permanent 20 hr. / week position plus the option of additional relief hours. Flexibility hours, possible mornings, evenings and weekends. Together with other members of the house team, the Assistant is responsible for the support, care and well-being of the individuals with disabilities at the house and day-to-day life in the home. The House Assistant is an effective member of the house team, and active member of the local L’Arche community.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Build and foster a comfortable and welcoming atmosphere based on the individual characteristics and meaningful participation of all house members.

• Provide respectful and high-quality direct care supports and skill building for core members in areas including: personal care needs, life goals, money management, medical care and medication, appointments, family and work connections, household chores and meal preparation.

• Help plan and participate in inclusive celebrations and traditions in the home that are representative of house members

. • Support and be involved with events, gatherings, and traditions of the community

. • Keep up-to-date and accurate records in all areas as directed: financial, medical, daily journals, medication, etc.

• Assist House Leader in ensuring maintenance and upkeep of physical home, vehicle(s), and all house equipment and supplies

. • Actively participate in regular and consistent schedule of individual supervisory meetings, team meetings, house meetings and circles of learning.

• Participate in reviews and goal setting according to set processes

• Collaborate with house leader as well as with other assistants to complete household duties, including but not limited to: shopping, cleaning, cooking, laundry, transportation, yard work, etc.

• Adhere to all policies, guidelines, regulations, and safety and emergency procedures of the local L’Arche community and government bodies.

• Be attentive to and responsible for own health and well-being.

Qualifications,

Skills Needed and Position Requirements: • High school diploma or equivalent • Acceptable level of spoken and written English or French to be able to effectively articulate thoughts and ideas in a team setting • Clear police check including vulnerable sector screening • Valid and up-to-date CPR & First Aid certification or training (provided by community if needed) • At least 18 years of age • Knowledgeable about L’Arche history, values and vision. • Ability to be flexible and manage the stress of multi-faceted responsibilities and management • Ability to remain calm, focused and clear in times of crisis • Ability to take direction and follow-through on commitments in timely fashion • Open to learn and grow; able to give and receive feedback • Ability to directly address tensions in relationships