Personal Suitability

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

Work Location Information Urban area

Ability to Supervise 3-4 people

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities Work under pressure; Physically demanding

Transportation/Travel Information Own transportation

Security and Safety

Child abuse registry check; Child welfare check; Driver's validity licence check; Driving record check (abstract); Medical exam; Criminal record check; Enhanced reliability security clearance; Adult Abuse Registry

Target Audience

Persons with physical disabilities; Persons with an intellectual disability

Work Setting Group home

Weight Handling Up to 23 kg (50 lbs); More than 45 kg (100 lbs)

Additional Skills

Administrative and office activities; Housekeeping activities; Food preparation

Specific Skills

Assess client's relevant skill strengths and development needs; Resolve conflict situations; Supervise activities of clients living in group homes and half-way houses; Implement behaviour management programs; Develop, co-ordinate and implement the delivery of specific services within the community; Assist clients/guests with special needs; Accompany clients to appointments and social outings

Experience 2 years to less than 3 years

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

First Aid Certificate; CPR Certificate; Cultural Awareness Training; Medication Administration Certificate; Pharmacology Certificate; Non-violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) Certificate; Community disability studies Certificate; Mandt System training; Behaviour management Certification; Developmental services worker¿(DSW)¿Training

Education

College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 yearsor equivalent experience

Languages English