indigenous peer support program worker
Education:
College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years. Aboriginal studies.
Work site environment:
Services for the homeless. Programs dealing with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD).
Work setting:
Community agency.
Tasks:
- Prepare reports or case histories.
- Administrative and office activities.
- Appraise clients' needs or eligibility for specific services.
- Perform administrative tasks.
- Conduct follow-up assessments.
- Resolve conflict situations.
- Implement behaviour management programs.
- Assist in evaluating the effectiveness of treatment programs.
- Assist clients/guests with special needs.
- Accompany clients to appointments and social outings.
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses :
First Aid Certificate.
Target audience:
Aboriginal groups. Elderly. Street population.
Area of work experience:
Community service organization.
Security and safety:
Criminal record check. Child welfare check. Driver's validity licence check. Driving record check (abstract).
Transportation/travel information:
Own vehicle.
Work conditions and physical capabilities:
Ability to work independently. Fast-paced environment. Work under pressure. Attention to detail. Large workload.
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.
Experience:
1 year to less than 2 years.
Employment terms options:
Day.
Health benefits:
Dental plan. Health care plan. Vision care benefits.
Financial benefits:
Group insurance benefits. Life insurance. Mileage paid. Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP).
Long term benefits:
Maternity and parental benefits.
Other benefits:
On-site recreation and activities. Other benefits. Paid time off (volunteering or personal days). Team building opportunities.
Support for persons with disabilities:
Provides physical accessibility accommodations (for example: ramps, elevators, etc.). Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for persons with disabilities . Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for persons with disabilities.
Support for newcomers and refugees:
Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports newcomers and/or refugees. Assists with immediate settlement needs of newcomers and/or refugees (for example: housing, transportation, storage, childcare, winter clothing, etc.). Supports social and labour market integration of newcomers and/or refugees (for example: facilitating access to community resources, language training, skills training, etc.). Provides diversity and cross-cultural trainings to create a welcoming work environment for newcomers and/or refugees .
Support for youths:
Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports youth employment. Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth. Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youth.
Support for Veterans:
Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for Veterans.
Support for Indigenous people:
Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports Indigenous people. Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for Indigenous workers . Develops and maintains relationships with indigenous communities, indigenous-owned businesses and organizations . Provides cultural competency training and/or awareness training to all employees to create a welcoming work environment for Indigenous workers . Facilitates access to Elders who can offer support and guidance to Indigenous workers .
Support for mature workers:
Applies hiring policies that discourage age discrimination . Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for mature workers . Provides workspace accommodations, such as age-appropriate ergonomic considerations, to