Join Our Team
You have a passion for caring and we have the right opportunities to help you do just that. Working at Community Living Association for South Simcoe (CLASS) is more than a job to support people with an intellectual disability, it’s a calling to help bring the feeling of belonging in your own community.
When you join our team, you will be proud to work as a Direct Support Professional along with others who strive to promote and facilitate community inclusion and meaningful participation for all people.
The Community Living Association for South Simcoe (CLASS) provides services and supports to people with developmental disabilities in the Alliston, Tottenham, Bradford and Everett areas. We are just 50 minutes north of Toronto and less than a half hour from the heart of cottage country; an ideal site close to summer and winter recreation and just 40 minutes from Blue Mountain, Snow Valley and the ski hills of Mansfield.
The successful candidates will be energetic with a positive attitude and a commitment to help people lead fulfilled lives in their community.
Applicants must have a high school diploma and may be working towards or have earned a post-secondary diploma. Three months experience in the Developmental Services or related sector is required.
CLASS provides on-going training in subjects such as Rights, Best Practices, Medication Dispensing, Health & Safety, Dual Diagnosis, Ethics of Touch, Person Directed Planning, and Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NVCI).
We have casual, part-time and full-time positions on days/evenings and overnights.
Your opportunity for a competitive wage and comprehensive group benefits plan is just a click away!
Send cover letter and resume to jobs@class.on.ca using the link on the button below.
York Simcoe Collective
We are a collective of 9 leading social service agencies: Camphill Communities, Catulpa Community Support Services, CLH Developmental Support Services, Community Living Association for South Simcoe (CLASS), Community Living York South, DeafBlind Ontario Services, E3 Community Services Inc, Empower Simcoe, and New Leaf: Living and Learning Together Inc. (New Leaf).
We are committed to providing support services to children, adults, youth and seniors with mental illnesses and intellectual and developmental disabilities. To view our video click below and visit the website for more information.
At the Community Living Association for South Simcoe, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and abilities, including but not limited to, individuals with disabilities, Indigenous peoples, members of visible minorities, and members of the LGBTQ2+ community.
We are committed to ensuring that all applicants have a fair and equitable opportunity to participate in our recruitment process. If you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs. We appreciate your interest in joining our team and look forward to hearing from you.
DSW Apprenticeship Program
CLASS is a proud sponsor of the Developmental Services Worker (DSW) Apprenticeship Program. If you are currently employed by CLASS and are thinking about taking your education and experience to the next level, this might be the program for you!
What is the DSW Apprenticeship Program?
The DSW Apprenticeship Program is a unique opportunity to get paid while training for a rewarding career. About 85 to 90% of training happens on the job while on shift at CLASS. The rest of the training happens in the classroom or online at a local community college or an approved training organization. People who complete their training will receive a Certificate of Apprenticeship. The Apprenticeship can also lead to a DSW Diploma if it’s combined with general college education as well as a few other credits. Each college determines the credits required for a diploma.
How Long Will the Program Take to Complete?
The industry benchmark for achieving competency in a trade is 4,500 hours, with 3,720 of those hours devoted to on-the-job work experience and 780 hours devoted to in-school training. This benchmark is intended only as a guide; completion of the Program depends on mastery of skills rather than on number of hours spent training. Apprentices usually take about 2-4 years to complete the Program. The number of years will vary depending on the amount of time it takes you to master the required skills and the amount of time that you are able to dedicate to taking courses. In-class training is typically scheduled 1 day a week, year-round. Classes can also be taken at night or online. Typically, you have the option of taking 1 or 2 courses per semester, depending on your work schedule. Apprentices are encouraged to finish the Program within 3 years.
How Much Will the Program Cost?
Presently the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities (MTCU) pays 80 to 90% of the tuition for the DSW Apprenticeship Program. Courses typically vary between $50 and $150 each. You will also need to pay for textbooks, which vary in cost between $100 and $180. To continue to be eligible for the Program, you must maintain membership status with the Ontario College of Trades (OCOT) for the duration of the Program. There is an annual membership fee to maintain your membership with OCOT and the first fee is paid upon applying for Membership with OCOT. CLASS offers upfront payment for the courses that you can pay back over six pays as well as additional reimbursement through our Education Grant program.
What are the Academic Requirements?
In order to qualify for the DSW Apprenticeship Program, you will need an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or GED or equivalent.
If you would like more information about the Program and how CLASS can support you, please contact the HR team.
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Direct Support Professional
Apply today to be a part of our amazing team! Rewarding work with leading industry pay rates, benefits and perks!
