Toronto - Support worker - social services

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Overview

Languages

English

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

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years

On site

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

Work site environment
  • Personal and social adjustment and health (substance abuse, gambling, behaviour disorders)
Work setting
  • Group home
  • Social service or charity agency

Responsibilities

Tasks
  • Prepare reports or case histories
  • Appraise clients' needs or eligibility for specific services
  • Perform administrative tasks
  • Assess client's relevant skill strengths and development needs
  • Housekeeping activities
  • Food preparation
  • Provide suicide and crisis intervention
  • Resolve conflict situations
  • Supervise activities of clients living in group homes and half-way houses
  • Implement behaviour management programs
  • Liaise with other social services agencies and health care providers involved with clients
  • Assist clients/guests with special needs
  • Accompany clients to appointments and social outings
  • Manage events

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
  • Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST)
  • Developmental services worker (DSW) Training
  • Non-violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) Certificate
  • First Aid Certificate
  • CPR Certificate

Experience and specialization

Computer and technology knowledge
  • Electronic mail
  • MS Office
Area of work experience
  • Community service organization

Additional information

Security and safety
  • Criminal record check
  • Driving record check (abstract)
  • Medical exam
Transportation/travel information
  • Own transportation
  • Own vehicle
  • Valid driver's licence
Work conditions and physical capabilities
  • Ability to work independently
  • Fast-paced environment
  • Work under pressure
  • Physically demanding
  • Attention to detail
Personal suitability
  • Accurate
  • Efficient interpersonal skills
  • Excellent oral communication
  • Interpersonal awareness
  • Judgement
  • Values and ethics
  • Client focus
  • Excellent written communication
  • Flexibility
  • Initiative
  • Team player
  • Organized

Benefits

Health benefits
  • Dental plan
  • Disability benefits
  • Health care plan
  • Paramedical services coverage
  • Vision care benefits
Financial benefits
  • Group insurance benefits
  • Life insurance
  • Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)
Long term benefits
  • Long-term care insurance
Other benefits
  • Free parking available
  • Team building opportunities
  • Parking available
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