Personal Suitability

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

Type of Community or Social Service

Education or training; Personal and social adjustment and health (substance abuse, gambling, behaviour disorders); Socio-economic needs or conditions (housing, nutrition, unemployment, financial assistance); Early intervention programming for at-risk youth; Programs dealing with Autism Spectrum Disorder; Services for the homeless

Work Location Information Work in employer's/client's home; Urban area

Transportation/Travel Information

Own transportation; Own vehicle; Willing to travel; Valid driver's licence; Travel expenses paid by employer

Security and Safety

Driving record check (abstract); Medical exam; Criminal record check

Target Audience

Families; Street population; Persons with mental health disabilities; Persons with learning disabilities; Persons with an intellectual disability; Females

Work Setting Private residence

Additional Skills Housekeeping activities; Food preparation

Specific Skills

Obtain information and prepare reports or case histories; Appraise clients' needs or eligibility for specific services; Assess client's relevant skill strengths and development needs; Provide suicide and crisis intervention; Resolve conflict situations; Assist in evaluating the effectiveness of treatment programs; 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

Experience Will train

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

First Aid Certificate; CPR Certificate; Non-violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) Certificate; Developmental services worker¿(DSW)¿Training

Education

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

Languages English