Act as the primary support person for caseload individuals.
Support development and realization of individualized goals.
Assist in securing and maintaining housing.
Support monitoring of housing conditions.
Educate and assist with good housekeeping practices.
Provide guidance on activities of daily living and health.
Ensure proper medication dispensing.
Encourage community participation.
Verify accountability regarding funds
Requirements summary
Developmental Service Worker diploma or equivalent.
2 years full-time work experience supporting people, if degree/diploma is in an unrelated field.
Minimum one-year recent full-time experience supporting individuals with intellectual disabilities.
Availability to work all shifts including days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.
Ability to attend daytime team meetings and training.
Valid class G driver's license and reliable transportation
Developmental Service Worker diploma or acceptable educational equivalencyActivities of daily livingIndividual Support PlanningMedication managementSupportive servicesHousing supportCommunity integrationDocumentation and accountability
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 presently accepting resumes for one (1) Full-Time Permanent - Supported Independent Living Worker (S.I.L.) to work in our Accommodations program in Barrie. This position provides supportive services and meets the direct care needs of people supported within the program. This position works 37.5 hours per week. Compensation Package:
Additional hours may be available with a minimum rate of pay of $31.01/hour; - 11 paid Statutory Holidays;
Confidential Employee Assistance program for you and for your immediate family; Following the successful completion of probation:
Employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, health and dental benefits;
Employer paid vacation and sick time;
Participation in the Multisector Pension plan; Minimum requirements of the job include:
Developmental Service Worker diploma or an acceptable educational equivalency (Child and Youth Worker, Early Childhood Educator, Social Service Worker, Nursing, Psychology, etc.) as determined by the employer is required;
Candidates who have a completed Degree or Diploma from an accredited college or university in an unrelated field must have 2 years full-time work experience directly supporting people;
When submitting your resume and cover letter, please also upload a copy of your diplomas / degrees. In your resume, please ensure that you specify the length of your programs;
Minimum of one-year recent full-time work experience in a community residential setting providing support for individuals who have an intellectual disability is required; previous experience in a S.I.L. program is preferred and would be an asset;
Must be available to work all shifts which will include days, evenings, asleep nights, weekends and holidays;
Ability to attend team meetings and training as required during daytime hours;
A valid class "G" driver's license and own reliable transportation is required throughout the course of employment; Overview of Duties (including, but not limited to):
Benefits
Health and dental benefits
Employer paid life insurance
11 paid Statutory Holidays
Confidential Employee Assistance program for you and for your immediate family
Employer paid vacation and sick time
Participation in the Multisector Pension plan
Employer paid short and long term disability
Using a Personal Outcome Measures lens, act as the primary support person for people assigned to their caseload;
Supporting people to develop and realize individualized goals through the Individual Support Planning process in accordance with the desires of the person and in conjunction with the Supports and Services Supervisor;
Actively participating and supporting the person to work toward achieving their personal outcomes;
Assisting people to secure and maintain housing;
Supporting people to monitor their housing to ensure it is maintained in a safe and secure manner and supporting them to interface with their landlords, as appropriate;
Educating, encouraging and assisting people supported in good housekeeping practices so that they keep their living environment clean and hygienic;
Providing guidance and direct support in areas identified as necessary related to activities of daily living, personal care, communication, emotional, physical and mental health, safety, finances, and relationship development in an effort to foster independence;
Ensuring medications are dispensed properly and all necessary procures are followed in accordance with Empower Simcoe's Standards of Practice and Procedures;
Encouraging and supporting people in becoming active members of their community and assisting them with exercising their full rights of citizenship;
Being accountable and responsible for, and providing required documentation to verify accountability regarding Agency and the individual's funds SUBMIT APPLICATION BY: Internal 4:00pm June 6, 2026 External 4:00pm June 12, 2026 We thank all those who apply for this position. However, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Please note that incomplete applications will not be considered. If you have any issues with the application process, please contact careers@empowersimcoe.ca 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. 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. Vacant Position Posting #26-86
