Personal Suitability

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

Ability to Supervise 3-4 people

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Fast-paced environment; Work under pressure; Physically demanding; Tight deadlines

Transportation/Travel Information

Own vehicle; Valid driver's licence; Public transportation is not available

Security and Safety

Child welfare check; Driving record check (abstract); Criminal record check

Target Audience

Children; Persons with physical disabilities; Persons with a disability; Females; Males

Work Setting

Community service organization; Associations and non profit organizations

Weight Handling Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Additional Skills

Administrative and office activities; Participate in fundraising activities for charity or non-profit organizations; Housekeeping activities; Food preparation

Assigned Areas Youth services

Early Childhood Educator Assistant Skills

Engage children in activities by telling stories, teaching songs and preparing crafts

Experience with Special Needs Children

Children with a physical disability; Children with an intellectual disability; Children with behavioural issues; Children with epilepsy; Children with a mental health disability; Children with allergies

Specific Skills

Supervise and care for children; Provide personal care; Instruct groups and individuals in arts and crafts; Develop teaching materials and other resources for program delivery; Co-ordinate recreation activities; Assist students to develop life skills; Assess client's relevant skill strengths and development needs; Develop service intervention logic models and outcome measures; Develop, co-ordinate and implement the delivery of specific services within the community; Assist clients/guests with special needs; Provide expert advice and consulting services in the design, development and administration of sports, fitness and recreation programs and activities; Co-ordinate special events; Assess individuals in areas such as physical limitations, orientation and mobility skills, and cognitive, social and emotional barriers to establish client rehabilitation or adaptation goals; Accompany clients to appointments and social outings

Experience 1 year to less than 2 years

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

First Aid Certificate; CPR Certificate; Medication Administration Certificate; Non-violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) Certificate

Education

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

Languages English