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; Babysitting Certificate; Non-violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) Certificate; Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) Certificate; Community disability studies Certificate; Mental health first aid Certificate; Developmental services worker¿(DSW)¿Training; Emergency child care first aid and CPR

Experience 7 months to less than 1 year

Specific Skills

Supervise children's visits with parents to ensure their safety; Assist clients/guests with special needs; Liaise with other social services agencies and health care providers involved with clients; Accompany clients to appointments and social outings

Additional Skills Housekeeping activities; Food preparation

Weight Handling Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Work Setting

School help service; Private residence; Group home

Target Audience

Adolescents; Families; Elderly; Children; 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; Medical exam; Criminal record check; Basic security clearance

Transportation/Travel Information Own transportation; Willing to travel

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities Fast-paced environment

Ability to Supervise 1 to 2 people; 3-4 people; 5-10 people

Work Location Information

Rural area; Work in employer's/client's home; Urban area; Various locations

Personal Suitability

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