group home worker

Education:

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

Work setting:

Group home.

Tasks:

• Appraise clients' needs or eligibility for specific services.
• Assess client's relevant skill strengths and development needs.
• Supervise activities of clients living in group homes and half-way houses.
• 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.

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses :

• Non-violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) Certificate.
• First Aid Certificate.
• CPR Certificate.

Target audience:

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

Computer and technology knowledge:

MS Office.

Area of work experience:

Community service organization.

Security and safety:

• Criminal record check.
• Driving record check (abstract).

Transportation/travel information:

Valid driver's licence.

Work conditions and physical capabilities:

• Ability to work independently.
• Work under pressure.

Weight handling:

Up to 23 kg (50 lbs).

Personal suitability:

• Efficient interpersonal skills.
• Judgement.
• Values and ethics.
• Client focus.
• Excellent written communication.
• Initiative.

Employment terms options:

Early morning.

Experience:

7 months to less than 1 year.

Employment terms options:

Evening. Shift. Morning. Night. On call. Day. Weekend.

Financial benefits:

As per collective agreement.