Disability Services Worker 2 - Complex Needs

Job summary

Provide individualized support for daily living, personal care, and community participation for individuals with developmental disabilities. Develop and monitor Individual Support Plans while maintaining accurate documentation and coordinating health-related follow-ups.

Job details

We’re Hiring: Temporary Full Time Disability Services Worker 2 – Complex Needs (1 Year Contract) CORE Association | Where Heart Meets Community Are you passionate about supporting individuals with developmental disabilities to live meaningful, fulfilling, and independent lives? CORE Association is looking for a dedicated and compassionate Disability Services Worker 2 – Complex Needs to join our team! In this role, you’ll work directly with individuals with developmental disabilities, supporting their personal goals, health and well-being, skill development, and meaningful participation in their communities. Key Responsibilities * Provide individualized support with daily living, personal care, medication administration (where required), and daily activities. * Develop, implement, and monitor Individual Support Plans (ISPs) in collaboration with individuals, families, guardians, and support networks. * Promote independence, self-advocacy, personal growth, and community inclusion through employment, recreation, volunteering, and social opportunities. * Monitor individuals’ health and well-being, recognize changes or concerns, and coordinate appropriate medical follow-up. * Maintain accurate documentation, including progress reports, file notes, medication records, and incident reports. * Support team members in implementing individualized plans, and communicate changes, achievements, and concerns to the Service Coordinator. * Build positive, professional relationships with individuals, families, colleagues, and community partners. * Follow organizational policies, confidentiality requirements, safety protocols, and applicable regulatory standards. * Assist with team operations, staffing needs, and on-call responsibilities as required. What You Bring * A diploma or certification in Rehabilitation, equivalent post-secondary education, or relevant experience. * Knowledge of developmental disabilities and individualized support approaches. * Strong communication, listening, observation, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills. * Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize competing demands. * Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office 365. * Knowledge of adaptive aids, environmental interventions, individual programming, and assessment tools. * Flexibility in scheduling, the ability to work independently, and a collaborative, enthusiastic approach to teamwork. * A commitment to person-centred support, dignity, inclusion, and individual rights. Employment Requirements * A satisfactory Police Information Check, including a Vulnerable Sector Check. * A valid driver’s licence and access to an adequately insured vehicle where required by the work location. * A driver’s abstract if operating a company vehicle. * Maintenance of required certifications and completion of mandatory training. * A willingness to participate in a 90-day probationary period and on-call rotation as required. Why Join CORE Association? At CORE Association, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference by helping individuals with developmental disabilities achieve their goals, build skills, strengthen relationships, and participate fully in their communities. We value affirmation, involvement, servant leadership, and respectful relationships. If you’re committed to empowering others and providing high-quality, individualized support, we’d love to hear from you! Ready to make a difference? Apply today and become part of a team that supports individuals in reaching their full potential.

What you’ll do

Provide individualized support for daily living, personal care, and community participation for individuals with developmental disabilities. Develop and monitor Individual Support Plans while maintaining accurate documentation and coordinating health-related follow-ups.

Requirements

Requires a diploma or certification in Rehabilitation or equivalent post-secondary education. Candidates must possess strong communication skills, knowledge of developmental disabilities, and a valid driver's licence.

Listed skills

• Personal Care · Preferred
• Documentation · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• Time management · Preferred
• Teamwork · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Individualized support
• Personal care
• Medication administration
• Individual Support Plans
• Community inclusion
• Health monitoring
• Documentation
• Communication
• Problem-solving
• Time-management
• Microsoft Office 365
• Adaptive aids
• Assessment tools
• Teamwork
• Microsoft 365
• Self-Advocacy
• Vehicle Maintenance
• Compassion
• Computer Literacy
• Confidentiality
• Developmental Disabilities
• Incident Reporting
• Problem Solving
• Medication Administration
• Rehabilitation
• Operations
• Personal Care
• Servant Leadership
• Time Management
• Progress Reporting
• Scheduling
• Prioritization
• Enthusiasm

Job areas

• Social Services
• Healthcare
• Administrative
• Disability Services Specialist
• Home Health Aide
• Home-based Personal Care Workers
• Home Health Aides
• Home Health and Personal Care Aides