Languages English

Education College/CEGEPor equivalent experience

Experience Experience an asset

Specific Skills

Advise patients on corrective exercises, lifestyle and nutrition; Prepare and serve nutritious meals; Obtain information and prepare reports or case histories; Implement life skills workshops; Appraise clients' needs or eligibility for specific services; Assess client's relevant skill strengths and development needs; Conduct follow-up assessments; Implement behaviour management programs; Conduct individual and group counselling sessions; Establish registry of special needs support workers; Develop service intervention logic models and outcome measures; Maintain program statistics for purposes of evaluation and research; 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; Plan and carry out recreational, fitness and sports activities; Monitor recreational, sports or fitness activities to ensure safety and provide emergency or first aid assistance when required; Aid in the prevention and/or treatment of inadequate nutrition; Accompany clients to appointments and social outings

Additional Skills

Administrative and office activities; Research techniques; Housekeeping activities; Food preparation

Weight Handling Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Work Setting Recreational or cultural centre; Community centre

Target Audience

Adolescents; Families; Elderly; Children; Aboriginal groups; Females

Program Experience Nutrition

Security and Safety

Driving record check (abstract); Criminal record check

Transportation/Travel Information Own transportation

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Fast-paced environment; Work under pressure; Physically demanding

Ability to Supervise More than 20 people

Work Location Information Urban area; Various locations

Type of Community or Social Service

Palliative care; Socio-economic needs or conditions (housing, nutrition, unemployment, financial assistance); Early intervention programming for at-risk youth; Programs dealing with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD)

Personal Suitability

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