Languages English

Education College/CEGEP

Experience 1 year to less than 2 years

Specific Skills

Obtain information and prepare reports or case histories; Appraise clients' needs or eligibility for specific services; Conduct follow-up assessments; Provide suicide and crisis intervention; Resolve conflict situations; Supervise activities of clients living in group homes and half-way houses; Develop service intervention logic models and outcome measures; 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; Housekeeping activities; Food preparation

Work Setting Group home; Social service or charity agency

Target Audience

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

Security and Safety

Bondable; Driver's validity licence check; Driving record check (abstract); Criminal record check

Transportation/Travel Information

Own transportation; Own vehicle; Valid driver's licence

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Fast-paced environment; Work under pressure; Physically demanding

Ability to Supervise 5-10 people

Work Location Information

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

Personal Suitability

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