Personal Suitability

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

Area of Practice - Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists Persons with an intellectual disability

Type of Community or Social Service

Child welfare; Early intervention programming for at-risk youth; Programs dealing with Autism Spectrum Disorder

Ability to Supervise 5-10 people

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Fast-paced environment; Work under pressure; Physically demanding

Transportation/Travel Information

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

Security and Safety

Child abuse registry check; Child welfare check; Driver's validity licence check; Medical exam; Criminal record check

Target Audience

Adolescents; Children; Aboriginal groups; Young offenders; Street population; Persons with mental health disabilities; Persons with learning disabilities; Females; Males

Work Setting Group home

Additional Skills Housekeeping activities; Food preparation

Specific Skills

Obtain information and prepare reports or case histories; Assess client's relevant skill strengths and development needs; Provide suicide and crisis intervention; Resolve conflict situations; Supervise activities of clients living in group homes and half-way houses; Implement behaviour management programs; Assist clients/guests with special needs

Experience Will train

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

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

Education College/CEGEP

Languages English