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group home worker

from 55 806 $
Part timeExperience not specifiedOn-siteVancouver

About this job

Overview

Languages

English

Education

  • College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years

Experience

7 months to less than 1 year

On site

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

Work setting

  • Group home

Responsibilities

Tasks

  • Appraise clients' needs or eligibility for specific services
  • Assess client's relevant skill strengths and development needs
  • Supervise activities of clients living in group homes and half-way houses
  • Liaise with other social services agencies and health care providers involved with clients
  • Assist in evaluating the effectiveness of treatment programs
  • Assist clients/guests with special needs
  • Accompany clients to appointments and social outings

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

  • Non-violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) Certificate
  • First Aid Certificate
  • CPR Certificate

Experience and specialization

Target audience

  • Persons with an intellectual disability
  • Persons with mental health disabilities
  • Persons with physical disabilities

Computer and technology knowledge

  • MS Office

Area of work experience

  • Community service organization

Additional information

Security and safety

  • Criminal record check
  • Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation/travel information

  • Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

  • Ability to work independently
  • Work under pressure

Weight handling

  • Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Personal suitability

  • Efficient interpersonal skills
  • Judgement
  • Values and ethics
  • Client focus
  • Excellent written communication
  • Initiative

Benefits

Financial benefits

  • As per collective agreement

Market insight

17% below median
67 085 $

Based on 877 offers with salary for Jobs on-site in Vancouver

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