Languages English

Education Bachelor's degreeor equivalent experience

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

First Aid Certificate; CPR Certificate; Cultural Awareness Training; Non-violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) Certificate; Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST); Mandt System training; Mental health first aid Certificate; Behaviour management Certification

Experience 3 years to less than 5 years

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; Conduct follow-up assessments; Provide suicide and crisis intervention; Resolve conflict situations; Supervise activities of clients living in group homes and half-way houses; Supervise children's visits with parents to ensure their safety; Implement behaviour management programs; Develop service intervention logic models and outcome measures; Screen, recruit and train volunteers and support staff; Develop, co-ordinate and implement the delivery of specific services within the community; 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

Work Setting

Private residence; Youth drop-in centre; Social service or charity agency; Correctional facility

Target Audience Young offenders

Security and Safety

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

Transportation/Travel Information

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

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities Work under pressure

Work Location Information

Rural area; Work in employer's/client's home; Urban area; Remote location

Type of Community or Social Service

Education or training; Corrections; Child welfare; 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; Services for pregnant teens; Services for the homeless

Personal Suitability

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