RESIDENTIAL SUPPORT WORKER (HSP)

**Number of Vacancies:** 1 **Type of Contract:** Permanent **Hours of Work:** 19.0 **Compensation:** $27.05 **Schedule:** Sunday 11pm-8am, Week 1 Fri & Sat 4-9, Week 2 Wed & Thursday 4-9 **Job Code:** 1- HSP 2026 **Posting Start Date:** September 28, 2026 **Posting End Date:** October 04, 2026 **Department:** Developmental Services **Location:** Hamilton, ON **ABOUT US** Founded in 1889, **YWCA Hamilton** is known as one of Hamilton’s original social innovators and works from a feminist, anti-racist, and anti-oppressive framework. We are committed to providing meaningful and accessible services that create opportunities to amplify voices and co-create gender-inclusive and equitable communities. **YWORK FOR US?** Grounded in our core values of **intersectional feminism**, **people-centered** approaches, **belonging,** shared **responsibility** and strong **partnerships**, our work is guided by the belief that lasting change can be created together. YWCA Hamilton envisions an equitable world where women (cis and trans), girls, Two-Spirit and gender-diverse people have the rights and resources to shape their own lives and lead their communities. Join us in taking bold action that leads to life-changing impacts in our community. **AS A YWCA HAMILTON EMPLOYEE YOU GET** * On-the-job training and professional development opportunities * Childcare discounts * Opportunities to get involved in our community * A competitive total rewards package that may include extended health benefits and paid sick time (eligibility criteria applies) If you’re passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of women, children, gender diverse people and families every day, we would love for you to join our team! **RESPONSIBILITIES** This employee will work in an assigned primary 24-hour group living/supported living residence for adults with a developmental disability; who may also have behavioural challenges, mental health diagnosis and/or physical or complex medical needs. They will provide delivery of direct support services to all individuals within the residential setting, and ensure the physical and emotional well-being and safety/security of all individuals within the residence in alignment with YWCA Hamilton’s Mission and Vision Statements. **KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:** * This is a unique partnership with another Community Service Agency and funding from two Ministry streams in order to provide the appropriate services and supports to meet the complex needs of the residents. * The employee will work in cooperation and alongside with other Community Agency Staff in cooperation, YWCA Hamilton Staff, including Assigned Program Supervisor, full time, part-time and relief team members. * They will perform all duties and responsibilities in a productive, professional and cooperative manner which will contribute to the overall goals of the department and in keeping with general policies and guidelines of YWCA Hamilton. * Ensure the physical and emot