Job Description

Work Term: Casual Work Language: English Hours: 12 to 32 hours per week Education: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years Experience: Experience an asset or equivalent experience

Work site environment

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Child welfare Early intervention programming for at-risk youth Youth services

Work setting

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Group home Work in employer's/client's home Children's services facility

Tasks

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Prepare reports or case histories Administrative and office activities Implement life skills workshops Assess client's relevant skill strengths and development needs Develop, co-ordinate and implement the delivery of specific services within the community Housekeeping activities Food preparation Provide suicide and crisis intervention Resolve conflict situations Supervise activities of clients living in group homes and half-way houses Supervise children's visits with parents to ensure their safety Implement behaviour management programs Conduct individual and group counselling sessions 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 Accompany clients to appointments and social outings

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

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Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) HIGH FIVE training (principles of healthy child development) Non-violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) Certificate Cultural Awareness Training Medication Administration Certificate First Aid Certificate CPR Certificate

Target audience

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Children

Security and safety

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Bondable Criminal record check Child Abuse Registry check Child welfare check Driver's validity licence check Driving record check (abstract) Vulnerable sector check

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 Physically demanding

Weight handling

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Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Personal suitability

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Efficient interpersonal skills Excellent oral communication Judgement Client focus Excellent written communication Flexibility Initiative Team player

Screening questions

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Are you available for shift or on-call work? Are you currently legally able to work in Canada? Do you have previous experience in this field of employment? What is the highest level of study you have completed? What is your current field of study?

Other benefits

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Team building opportunities Parking available * Wellness program