community and social services worker

Government of Canada; Powell River; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental organization in Powell River seeks a support worker to assist clients with diverse needs in a variety of settings. This role requires physical presence on-site and involves tasks like administrative duties, assessing client needs, and providing personal support. Ideal candidates should have relevant certifications and some experience in a similar environment. This role offers competitive health benefits, including dental and disability coverage.

Benefits

Health care plan

Dental plan

Disability benefits

Learning/training paid by employer

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 to 2 years experience in a related field.
• Certificates for Mandt System, First Aid, and CPR are required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct administrative and office activities.
• Assess clients' needs and eligibility for services.
• Assist clients with daily living activities.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Conflict resolution

Ability to work independently

Attention to detail

Education

College or CEGEP diploma (3 months to less than 1 year)

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 3 months to less than 1 year
• or equivalent experience

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)
• Programs dealing with Autism Spectrum Disorder

Work setting

• Group home
• Work in employer's/client's home
• Rural area
• Community centre
• 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
• Housekeeping activities
• Food preparation
• Resolve conflict situations
• 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

Credentials Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Mandt System training
• First Aid Certificate
• CPR Certificate

Experience and specialization Target audience

• Culturally diverse groups
• Females
• Males

Additional information Security and safety

• Criminal record check

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Ability to work independently
• Work under pressure
• Physically demanding
• Attention to detail

Weight handling

• Up to 45 kg (100 lbs)

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

Financial benefits

• As per collective agreement
• Group insurance benefits

Long term benefits

• Long-term care insurance

Other benefits

• Learning/training paid by employer
• Other benefits