One-On-One Support Worker

One-On-One Support Worker

Reference Number : 20251007.01

Job Summary.

The One-on-One Support Worker works “one on one” with a Hope’s Home child with complex medical and behavioral needs and is fundamental in helping the child learn, grow, and reach their full potential. Through their daily interaction with the child, they build and maintain a warm, caring, trusting and responsive relationship. They work closely with the Hope’s Home team and outside professionals and help create and implement the child’s individualized program plan that supports the child’s developmental goals and objectives. This position reports to the Manager, Supportive Living and does not have any direct reports.

Responsibilities.

Operational Duties.

• Implement the Behavioural Intervention Plan (BIP), routines, and therapies outlined by medical professionals.
• Give feedback on effectiveness of BIP and make recommendations for adjustments to Recreational Programmers and outside professionals.
• Document all behaviors and debrief with leadership team.
• Attend specialized behavioural training.
• Attend to child’s personal care duties for example : dressing, feeding, personal hygiene, toilet training.
• Perform general cleaning duties such as laundry, cleaning / sterilizing toys, dishes etc.
• Prepare dietician approved meals as directed by the Recreation Programmer.
• Support the nurses with all medical interventions.
• Transport children in Hope’s Home vehicle (safely secure in accessible vehicles) or accompany on booked transportation.
• Maintain and update communication books with schools and / or daycare.
• Provide information and observations to leadership team regarding progress towards development goals and care plans.
• Complete appointment log and communicate important information regarding child to the team.
• Supervise and support the child during cultural and recreational activities (in and outside the home).
• Sign off on daily therapy checklists and required documentation
• Work with the Recreational Programmer to understand each child’s goals and implement and document the daily activities to enhance child’s growth and meet established goals.
• Implement the therapies as directed by the Recreation Programmer and outside professionals.
• Train on and use on all adaptive equipment and technologies.
• Train on and use all adaptive equipment and technologies and physical therapy stretches.
• Under the direction of the Recreation Programmer, incorporate the adaptive equipment in daily activities with the children.
• Communicate any deficiencies or adjustments that need to be made to adaptive equipment.
• Collaborate daily with the floor team to understand the programming needs and adaptations required of each child.
• Implement the programs developed by the Recreation Programmer.
• Assist the Recreation Programmer to create an environment that promotes the development of all children’s physical, emotional, social, communicative, cognitive, and creative skills, while preserving their safety, health and well-being.
• Attend appointments and family visits as directed by the Recreation Programmer.
• Participate in meetings with caregivers and professionals as required.
• Promotes inclusion through engaging children’s interactions with one another and involvement in the community.
• Maintain collaborative working relationships with the team, families, outside agencies, and community services.
• Ensure ratios and Activities of Daily Living (ADL) points are being maintained throughout the day.
• Participate in on-going professional development, training, and staff meetings.

Occupational Health and Safety.

Qualifications.

Working towards completion of at least one of the following programs : Continuing Care Aid Certification

Disability Support Worker Program

Education Assistant Program

Rehabilitation Worker Program

Recreational Therapist Program

Kinesiology Degree- Adaptive Physical Activity

Early Childhood Education Level I

Other relevant and applicable education focused on diverse needs

Other relevant and applicable education

The following experience and knowledge are assets : Experience working with children with diverse needs

Gentle Teaching Training

Valid drivers license

Knowledge of adaptive equipment

MANDT System or PART training

Transfer, Lifting, and Reposition (TLR) training

Sign Language training

Back to Basics training

Lifeguard Certification

Skills and Abilities.

Working Conditions.

Physically able to safely work with objects or persons of varying sizes : Handling ~100 lbs occasionally

~50 lbs regularly; and

~25 lbs continuously.

Exposure to : cleaning chemicals and products

blood and body fluids

Job Type : Temporary Part Time

Term End Date : March 15, 2026 with possibility of extension

Number of Available Positions : 1

Shifts : Days, Evenings, Weekends, and Holidays

Location : Saskatoon Supportive Living (Moxon)

Wage : $19.38 to $26.22 / hr

Application Deadline : October 13, 2025