Job Description

Work Term: Permanent Work Language: English Hours: 5 to 44 hours per week Education: No degree, certificate or diploma Experience: Experience an asset

Work site environment

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Personal and social adjustment and health (substance abuse, gambling, behaviour disorders) Programs dealing with Autism Spectrum Disorder

Work setting

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Urban area Work in employer's/client's home Group home Persons with an intellectual disability

Tasks

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Administrative and office activities Prepare reports or case histories Assess client's relevant skill strengths and development needs Provide suicide and crisis intervention Resolve conflict situations Supervise activities of clients living in group homes and half-way houses Implement behaviour management programs Conduct individual and group counselling sessions Assist in evaluating the effectiveness of treatment programs Housekeeping activities Food preparation Develop, co-ordinate and implement the delivery of specific services within the community 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

Supervision

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3-4 people 5-10 people

Target audience

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Persons with Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) Persons with learning disabilities Males

Security and safety

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Criminal record check Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation/travel information

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Vehicle supplied by employer Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

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Fast-paced environment Work under pressure Attention to detail Ability to work independently

Personal suitability

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Accurate Client focus Efficient interpersonal skills Excellent oral communication Excellent written communication Judgement Values and ethics Flexibility Interpersonal awareness Organized Team player Initiative

Screening questions

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Are you available for shift or on-call work?

Health benefits

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Dental plan Health care plan

Financial benefits

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Bonus Group insurance benefits Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Other benefits

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Free parking available * Learning/training paid by employer