PROGRAM OVERVIEW
Developmental Services Worker graduates specialize in supporting people with developmental and intellectual disabilities of all ages, in all aspects of life in their communities. Courses focus on community involvement, interpersonal and counseling skills, teaching positive behavioral supports and life skills, mental health intervention and pharmacology.
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
Developmental Services Student Club.
New mock apartment and lab facilities.
Work Integrated learning offered through engagement with community agencies through activities and coursework.
Newly revised curriculum includes community capacity building and entrepreneurial studies.
Excellent student satisfaction ratings.
Field placement experience at the end of the program.
Student home community placements where possible.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Typical entry level positions include community agencies, educational assistants in schools, family support worker, and recreational assistant. Graduates enjoy excellent employment prospects including entrepreneurial opportunities. Students often find part time work prior to graduation.
FIELD PLACEMENT
Employers who provide our field placement settings require a clear POLICE RECORD CHECK for criminal offences with vulnerable sector screening before accepting a student into the field placement setting. The record check MUST be obtained by the student at the student's expense. If you are unable to obtain this police clearance you jeopardize the opportunity to complete either of your field placements.
Program Vocational Learning Outcomes
Developmental services Worker (Ontario College Diploma) (MTCU Code 51641)
The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to
1. Conduct oneself in an ethical, competent, and accountable manner in all professional relationships
2. Provide person-directed supports and services that respect and promote self-determination for people with developmental disabilities
3. Provide for the safety of people with developmental disabilities, self and others in compliance with all applicable legislation, regulations and standards of practice
4. Support health and well-being of people with developmental disabilities
5. Employ and adapt formal and informal strategies to support the learning of people with developmental disabilities
6. Provide leadership in the development of inclusive communities
7. Develop professional and personal plans that enhance job performance and well-being.