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Arc Mercer

Developmental Support Worker - Specialized (Full-time)

Orillia, ON, Canada

Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Sep 26, 2026

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Responsibilities

Provide direct daily support and personal care to individuals in specialized residential settings to foster independence. Coordinate essential life skills development and ensure compliance with Ministerial Licensing and safety protocols.

Requirements

Requires a Community College Diploma in Social Services or a related field and at least one year of experience supporting adults with complex care needs. Must possess a valid Class G driver's license and the physical ability to perform crisis interventions.

Experience

0 to 2 years

Education

associate degree
professional certificate

Working hours

40 hours per week

Work arrangement

On-site

Skills

Behaviour Management
Crisis Intervention
Verbal De-escalation
Personal Care
Medication Administration
Budgeting Support
Case Documentation
Life Skills Training
Physical Intervention
Patient Advocacy

Benefits

Employer paid confidential EAP program

Pay amount

$29.74

Pay currency

CAD

Pay period

HOUR

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Keywords

Developmental Support Worker
Specialized Resource Coordinator
Behavioural Sciences
Psychology
Registered Behavioural Technician
NVCI Training
Complex Care Needs
Ministerial Licensing
Crisis Management
Social Services
Community Residential Settings
Personal Hygiene
De-escalation Techniques

Original job description

Since 1953, Empower Simcoe has specialized in providing a wide range of programs and services for people and families throughout Simcoe County. We are looking for innovative, passionate, and dedicated employees. Our inclusive culture empowers all of us to Be, Belong and Thrive. If you are looking for a career where you can make a difference and feel proud of the work you do everyday, you've come to the right place. Your future starts now at Empower Simcoe!

We are recruiting for a Full-time Developmental Support Worker – Specialized (Orillia), to work as a Specialized Resource Coordinator providing quality support to individuals residing in the Specialized Resource locations. This position provides guidance and direct support as necessary related to activities of daily living, personal care, communication, emotional, physical and mental health, safety, finances, and relationship development to foster independence.

Compensation Package

Work up to 42 hours per week, working 12-hour day shifts
Required to work weekends and public holidays as scheduled
Minimum starting rate of pay is $29.74 per hour
Employer paid confidential EAP program for you and your family members

Minimum Requirements For This Position Include

Community College Diploma in Social Services or a closely related field from an acceptable accredited college. Educational focus in Behavioural Sciences, Psychology, Police Foundations, Child and Youth Worker, Developmental Services Worker, Social Services Worker, etc.
Registered Behavioural Technician certificate an asset
Minimum of one (1) year recent full-time work experience supporting hard to serve adults with complex care needs in community residential settings
Experience supporting people with behaviour management techniques is an asset
Demonstrated ability to respond calmly in crisis situations through various approved verbal de-escalation and physical intervention techniques.

Special Factors Of This Position

Must be prepared to work flexible hours as required
Position requires considerable physical interventions involving frequent bending, turning, twisting, and kneeling in response to crisis behaviour
Possess valid Class G driver's license and own reliable transportation to be used in the course of employment

Duties And Responsibilities (including, But Not Limited To)

Works as part of a team, collaborates with team members to meet collective goals, and recognizes contributions of others
Provide daily support for people in their homes and community by using an approach that respects their independent choices and abilities. This support includes, but is not limited to, personal care and hygiene, meal preparation and housekeeping
In collaboration with Supervisor, assess individuals needs and develop plans to support the person to enhance essential life skills, such as meal preparation, budgeting, communication, self-care, community participation and employment.
Play a vital role in the completion of Ministerial Licensing, acting to ensure that documentation and all required interactions with Ministry representatives
Fully participate in team meetings to provide input into and get clarification of all plans and related protocols
Provide quality supports based on a person's behaviour support plan to meet the physical, medical, and emotional needs of individuals, i.e.: doctor's appointments, medical reviews
Foster the independence of those supported in the program and actively participate in planning for people supported and their families
Completing all required documentation in a timely and effective manner
Administering medications and documenting medication dispensing in accordance with the Agency's policies and procedures
Facilitating family participation in individuals' life
Supporting people with their budgeting, banking and purchases as may be requested or required and completing necessary Agency documentation. Being accountable and responsible for Agency monies spent, e.g. groceries, supplies, petty cash
Demonstrate a clear understanding of standards and ability to apply verbal de-escalation, personal safety and physical intervention and crisis management techniques as outlined in NVCI training
Demonstrate a clear understanding to ensure implementation of all safety protocols for each person supported ensuring the health and safety of people supported, staff, visitors, and community

Empower Simcoe is committed to a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace where everyone feels respected and valued. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation or disability. Applications are encouraged from those who reflect the diversity of our community.

Submit Application By

Internal 4:00 p.m. September 3, 2026

External 4:00 p.m. September 10, 2026

We thank all those who apply for this position. However, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

Empower Simcoe is committed to being non-discriminatory and providing equal and barrier-free selection and appointment processes and work environments. If contacted in relation to this position, please let us know if you require accommodation during the recruitment and selection process. Our inclusive culture empowers all of us to Be, Belong and Thrive.

Please note that incomplete applications will not be considered. If you have any issues with the application process, please contact the People and Culture Department at [email protected]

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Salary: $29.74 per hour

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