Personal Suitability

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

Type of Community or Social Service Early intervention programming for at-risk youth

Work Location Information

Work in employer's/client's home; Various locations

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

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities Work under pressure; Physically demanding

Transportation/Travel Information

Valid driver's licence; Travel expenses not paid by employer

Security and Safety

Child abuse registry check; Child welfare check; Driver's validity licence check; Driving record check (abstract); Criminal record check; Confidential security clearance; Enhanced reliability security clearance

Target Audience

Adolescents; Children; Young offenders; Persons with mental health disabilities; Persons with an intellectual disability; Females; Males

Work Setting Group home

Weight Handling Up to 13.5 kg (30 lbs)

Additional Skills

Administrative and office activities; Housekeeping activities; Food preparation

Specific Skills

Provide suicide and crisis intervention; Resolve conflict situations; Supervise activities of clients living in group homes and half-way houses; Supervise children's visits with parents to ensure their safety; Implement behaviour management programs; Assist in evaluating the effectiveness of treatment programs; Screen, recruit and train volunteers and support staff; Liaise with other social services agencies and health care providers involved with clients; Accompany clients to appointments and social outings

Experience Experience an asset

Education College/CEGEP

Languages English