Job Description

• Special Education and Teaching, General
• Social Work, General
• Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions, Other
• Therapeutic Recreation/Recreational Therapy
• or equivalent experience

Work Site Environment

• Personal and social adjustment and health (substance abuse, gambling, behaviour disorders)
• Socio-economic needs or conditions (housing, nutrition, unemployment, financial assistance)
• Services for the homeless

Work Setting

• Urban area
• Social service or charity agency
• Community centre

Tasks

• Administrative and office activities
• Appraise clients' needs or eligibility for specific services
• 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
• Resolve conflict situations
• Liaise with other social services agencies and health care providers involved with clients
• Assist clients/guests with special needs

Target Audience

• Females
• Males
• Persons with mental health disabilities
• Street population

Security and Safety

• Criminal record check

Transportation/Travel Information

• Own vehicle
• Valid driver's licence

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure

Personal Suitability

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

Screening questions

• Are you available for the advertised start date?
• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
• Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location?
• Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?
• What is the highest level of study you have completed?

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Paramedical services coverage

Financial benefits

• Mileage paid

Long term benefits

• Group insurance benefits

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Learning/training paid by employer
• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
• Team building opportunities