Group home worker
Developmental Disabilities Association Richmond
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 setting- Group home
Responsibilities
Tasks- Appraise clients' needs or eligibility for specific services
- Assess client's relevant skill strengths and development needs
- 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 in evaluating the effectiveness of treatment programs
- Assist clients/guests with special needs
- Accompany clients to appointments and social outings
Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses- Developmental services worker (DSW) Training
- Non-violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) Certificate
- First Aid Certificate
- CPR Certificate
Experience and specialization
Target audience- Persons with an intellectual disability
- Persons with mental health disabilities
- Persons with physical disabilities
- MS Office
- Community service organization
Additional information
Security and safety- Criminal record check
- Driving record check (abstract)
- Valid driver's licence
- Ability to work independently
- Work under pressure
- Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)
- Efficient interpersonal skills
- Judgement
- Values and ethics
- Client focus
- Excellent written communication
- Initiative
Benefits
Health benefits- Dental plan
- Disability benefits
- Health care plan
- Vision care benefits
- As per collective agreement
- Group insurance benefits
- Pension plan
- Wellness program
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