Type of Community or Social Service

Personal and social adjustment and health (substance abuse, gambling, behaviour disorders); Early intervention programming for at-risk youth

Target Audience Adolescents; Families; Aboriginal groups

Work Setting

Youth drop-in centre; Government department and/or agency

Weight Handling Up to 13.5 kg (30 lbs)

Additional Skills

Administrative and office activities; Research techniques

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; Maintain program statistics for purposes of evaluation and research; Screen, recruit and train volunteers and support staff; 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

Experience 2 years to less than 3 years

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

Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST); Mental health first aid Certificate

Education Master's degreeor equivalent experience

Languages English