Job Description

• Work Term: Temporary
• Work Language: English
• Hours: 35 hours per week
• Education: College/CEGEP
• Experience: 2 years to less than 3 years
• or equivalent experience

Work site environment

Socio-economic needs or conditions (housing, nutrition, unemployment, financial assistance)

Work setting

Urban area Social service or charity agency

Tasks

Obtain information and prepare reports or case histories Administrative and office activities Appraise clients\' needs or eligibility for specific services Implement life skills workshops Research techniques Conduct follow-up assessments Develop, co-ordinate and implement the delivery of specific services within the community Provide suicide and crisis intervention Resolve conflict situations 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

Supervision

Working groups

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) Non-violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) Certificate First Aid Certificate CPR Certificate

Target audience

Aboriginal groups Adolescents Elderly Females Males Persons with mental health disabilities Street population

Security and safety

Criminal record check Driver\'s validity licence check Driving record check (abstract) Vulnerable sector check

Transportation/travel information

Vehicle supplied by employer Valid driver\'s licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

Fast-paced environment Work under pressure

Weight handling

Up to 13.5 kg (30 lbs)

Personal suitability

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

Screening questions

Are you currently legally able to work in Canada? Do you have previous experience in this field of employment? Do you have the above-indicated required certifications? What is the highest level of study you have completed?

Health benefits

Dental plan Disability benefits Health care plan Vision care benefits

Long term benefits

Group insurance benefits Maternity and parental benefits Other benefits Pension plan Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Other benefits

Free parking available On-site amenities On-site recreation and activities Paid time off (volunteering or personal days) Team building opportunities Parking available Wellness program