client support worker (csw)

Work site environment

• Non-smoking

Work setting

• Various locations
• Work in employer's / client's home

Tasks

• Administer medications
• Assist clients with bathing and other aspects of personal hygiene
• Assist in regular exercise, e.g., walk
• Feed or assist in feeding
• Plan therapeutic diets and menus
• Provide companionship
• Provide personal care
• Prepare and serve nutritious meals

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) Certificate
• Behaviour management Certification
• Community disability studies Certificate
• Developmental services worker (DSW) Training
• Intensive behavioural intervention Certification
• Mandt System training
• Mental health first aid Certificate
• CPR Certificate
• First Aid Certificate
• Personal Support Worker Certificate

Target audience

• Adolescents
• Adults
• Young adults

Experience with special needs children

• Assistance with mobility

Security and safety

• Criminal record check
• Confidential security clearance
• Reference required

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Fast-paced environment
• Handling heavy loads
• Repetitive tasks
• Standing for extended periods

Personal suitability

• Punctuality
• Client focus
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player
• Patience
• Honesty

Screening questions

• Are you authorized to work in Canada?
• Are you available for shift or on-call work?
• Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?
• Do you have experience working in this field?
• Do you live near the job location?

Employment terms options

• Early morning

Employment terms options

• Evening
• Shift
• Morning
• Night
• On call

Health benefits

• Health care plan

Other benefits

• Learning / training paid by employer