Government of Canada - Western

support worker - social services


Pay26.83 / hour
LocationKamloops/British Columbia
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: 43617981

      Overview

      Languages

      English

      Education

      • Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

      Experience

      Will train

      On site

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

      Work site environment

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

      Work setting

      • Group home
      • Work in employer's/client's home
      • Various locations
      • Social service or charity agency
      • Private residence

      Responsibilities

      Tasks

      • Administrative and office activities
      • Appraise clients' needs or eligibility for specific services
      • 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
      • 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
      • Screen, recruit and train volunteers and support staff
      • Assist clients/guests with special needs
      • Accompany clients to appointments and social outings

      Credentials

      Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

      • Developmental services worker (DSW) Training
      • Mandt System training
      • First Aid Certificate
      • CPR Certificate

      Experience and specialization

      Target audience

      • Persons with an intellectual disability
      • Persons with learning disabilities
      • Persons with mental health disabilities
      • Persons with physical disabilities

      Additional information

      Security and safety

      • Criminal record check
      • Driving record check (abstract)
      • Medical exam

      Transportation/travel information

      • Own vehicle
      • Vehicle supplied by employer
      • Valid driver's licence
      • Travel expenses paid by employer

      Work conditions and physical capabilities

      • Fast-paced environment
      • Work under pressure

      Weight handling

      • Up to 9 kg (20 lbs)

      Personal suitability

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

      Benefits

      Financial benefits

      • Mileage paid

      Other benefits

      • Free parking available
  • About the company

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