support worker - social services

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work setting

• Urban area
• Community agency
• Various locations

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Implement life skills workshops
• Assess client's relevant skill strengths and development needs
• Food preparation
• Resolve conflict situations
• Liaise with other social services agencies and health care providers involved with clients
• Assist clients/guests with special needs
• Accompany clients to appointments and social outings
• Offer mentoring

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• First Aid Certificate
• CPR Certificate

Experience and specialization

Target audience

• Persons with an intellectual disability
• Persons with learning disabilities
• Persons with physical disabilities

Area of work experience

• Community service organization

Additional information

Security and safety

• Criminal record check
• Child Abuse Registry check
• Driver's validity licence check
• Driving record check (abstract)
• Adult Abuse Registry check

Transportation/travel information

• Own transportation
• Own vehicle
• Valid driver's licence
• Travel expenses paid by employer

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Ability to work independently
• Work under pressure
• Physically demanding

Personal suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Interpersonal awareness
• Client focus
• Excellent written communication
• Initiative
• Team player
• Organized

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan

Financial benefits

• Mileage paid

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Learning/training paid by employer
• On-site recreation and activities
• Other benefits
• Transportation provided by employer
• Parking available