Languages English

Education Bachelor's degreeor equivalent experience

Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.) Developmental services worker¿(DSW)¿Training

Experience 2 years to less than 3 years

Specific Skills

Implement life skills workshops; Appraise clients' needs or eligibility for specific services; Conduct follow-up assessments; Implement behaviour management programs; Conduct individual and group counselling sessions; Develop service intervention logic models and outcome measures; Maintain program statistics for purposes of evaluation and research; Assist in evaluating the effectiveness of treatment programs; Screen, recruit and train volunteers and support staff; Develop, co-ordinate and implement the delivery of specific services within the community; 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 Administrative and office activities

Weight Handling Up to 9 kg (20 lbs)

Work Setting Social service or charity agency

Target Audience

Aboriginal groups; Culturally diverse groups; Street population; Males

Security and Safety Criminal record check

Transportation/Travel Information

Willing to travel; Valid driver's licence; Travel expenses paid by employer; Public transportation is available

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities Fast-paced environment; Work under pressure

Ability to Supervise Working groups; Committees

Work Location Information Various locations

Type of Community or Social Service

Education or training; Socio-economic needs or conditions (housing, nutrition, unemployment, financial assistance); Volunteer coordination

Personal Suitability

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