Manager of Support Services ; Casual Support Workers

AVENUE II COMMUNITY PROGRAM SERVICES (THUNDER BAY) INC.
Since 1984 Avenue II has supported adults with developmental disabilities
to live independently in their own home, complete activities of daily living,
to access and participate in community based
activities and/or to access and acquire employment.

MANAGER OF SUPPORT SERVICES
(36 HOURS PER WEEK MINIMUM)

Reporting to the General Manager of Support Services the position will
be responsible for the day to day management of the delivery of
support services to individuals with a development disability.
Qualifications - Minimum of an Undergraduate Degree in Social
Services or a Diploma in Human Services (supply proof of education)
or equivalent work experience related to supporting people with
a developmental disability. Minimum of 3 years management
experience with progressive responsibility in a unionized environment.
Demonstrated supervision skills of management and unionized staff.
Excellent leadership, communication and interpersonal skills.
The successful candidates will be expected to work a flexible
schedule which includes a on-call rotation.

CASUAL SUPPORT WORKERS

Reporting to the Manager of Support Services the successful
applicants will provide support to adults with developmental
disabilities to live independently in their own home, complete
activities of daily living and to participate in their community.
Qualifications - Minimum of secondary education, Developmental
Service Worker Diploma preferred, an equivalent combination
of education and experience may be considered. The successful
candidate will be expected to be available for nights,
weekends and statutory holidays.
Both positions require:
Valid driver’s license, reliable vehicle with appropriate insurance,
criminal records check (Vulnerable Sector), and a valid First Aid Certificate
For more information please visit www.avenueii.com.
Please submit a cover letter and resume specifying the position
you are applying for and outlining how your personal goals and
values match those of Avenue II’s by 4:30 p.m. February 1, 2013.
georgie@avenueii.com
or by mail to:

Georgie Ostrowski
Human Resources Officer
Avenue II Community Program Services Inc.
122 S. Cumberland St.
Thunder Bay, ON P7B 5R8