Languages English

Education

College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years

Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)

First Aid Certificate; CPR Certificate; Non-violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) Certificate; Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST); Community disability studies Certificate; Behaviour management Certification; Developmental services worker¿(DSW)¿Training

Experience 7 months to less than 1 year

Specific Skills

Implement life skills workshops; Assess client's relevant skill strengths and development needs; Provide suicide and crisis intervention; Resolve conflict situations; Supervise activities of clients living in group homes and half-way houses; Implement behaviour management programs; Assist clients/guests with special needs; Accompany clients to appointments and social outings

Additional Skills Housekeeping activities; Food preparation

Weight Handling More than 45 kg (100 lbs)

Work Setting Group home; Social service or charity agency

Target Audience

Adolescents; Elderly; Aboriginal groups; Culturally diverse groups; Persons who are deaf/hard of hearing; Persons who are blind/visually impaired; Persons with physical disabilities; Persons with mental health disabilities; Persons with Acquired Brain Injury (ABI); Persons with learning disabilities; Persons with an intellectual disability; Females; Males

Security and Safety

Bondable; Tuberculosis test; Criminal record check; Vulnerable sector check

Transportation/Travel Information Own transportation; Own vehicle

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Fast-paced environment; Work under pressure; Repetitive tasks; Handling heavy loads; Physically demanding; Standing for extended periods; Walking; Bending, crouching, kneeling

Work Location Information Various locations

Type of Community or Social Service Programs dealing with Autism Spectrum Disorder

Personal Suitability

Initiative; Effective interpersonal skills; Flexibility; Team player; Excellent oral communication; Excellent written communication; Client focus; Judgement