community worker

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Work site environment

• Personal and social adjustment and health (substance abuse, gambling, behaviour disorders)
• Socio-economic needs or conditions (housing, nutrition, unemployment, financial assistance)
• Programs dealing with Autism Spectrum Disorder

Work setting

• Group home
• Work in employer's / client's home
• Community agency
• Social service or charity agency

Tasks

• Prepare reports or case histories
• Administrative and office activities
• Housekeeping activities
• Food preparation
• Resolve conflict situations
• Implement behaviour management programs
• Liaise with other social services agencies and health care providers involved with clients
• Maintain program statistics for purposes of evaluation and research
• Assist in evaluating the effectiveness of treatment programs
• Assist clients / guests with special needs
• Manage knowledge
• Organize tasks to accomplish the work

Supervision

• 1 to 2 people
• Staff in various areas of responsibility

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Behaviour management Certification
• Community disability studies Certificate
• Emergency child care first aid and CPR
• Mandt System training
• Understanding and managing aggressive behaviour (UMAB) course
• Non-violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) Certificate
• First Aid Certificate
• CPR Certificate
• Food Safety Certificate

Target audience

• Persons with an intellectual disability

Computer and technology knowledge

• Electronic mail
• MS Office

Area of work experience

• Community service organization

Security and safety

• Criminal record check
• Driving record check (abstract)
• Adult Abuse Registry check

Transportation / travel information

• Own transportation
• Public transportation is available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Ability to work independently
• Fast-paced environment
• Attention to detail

Weight handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Personal suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Values and ethics
• Client focus
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Team player
• Organized

Screening questions

• Are you available for the advertised start date?
• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
• Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location?
• Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?
• Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?
• What is the highest level of study you have completed?

Experience

• 1 year to less than 2 years

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Night shift premium
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Team building opportunities
• Parking available