community and social services worker

Government of Canada; Richmond Hill; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental organization in Richmond Hill is seeking a community service worker to support the homeless population. Responsibilities include interviewing inmates, preparing reports, and supervising staff. Candidates should possess a high school diploma and have strong interpersonal skills. This role requires the ability to travel, work independently, and manage a large workload in a fast-paced environment. Join us in making a difference in the community.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in community service organizations.
• Ability to work independently under pressure and in fast-paced environments.
• Willingness to travel regularly.

Responsibilities

• Interview inmates to assess adjustment problems.
• Assist clients/guests with special needs.
• Supervise office and volunteer staff.

Skills

Efficient interpersonal skills

Client focus

Excellent written communication

Flexibility

Team player

Organized

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

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

• Services for the homeless

Work setting

• Various locations

Responsibilities Tasks

• Interview inmates to assess adjustment problems
• Prepare reports or case histories
• Administrative and office activities
• Conduct social research
• Liaise with the inmates' families and contacts in the community
• Assess client's relevant skill strengths and development needs
• Conduct follow-up assessments
• Develop, co-ordinate and implement the delivery of specific services within the community
• Supervise activities of clients living in group homes and half-way houses
• Assist clients/guests with special needs
• Supervise office and volunteer staff

Experience and specialization Target audience

• Families
• Street population

Area of work experience

• Community service organization

Additional information Transportation/travel information

• Willing to travel
• Willing to travel regularly

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Ability to work independently
• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Physically demanding
• Attention to detail
• Large workload

Weight handling

• Up to 9 kg (20 lbs)

Personal suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Interpersonal awareness
• Client focus
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Team player
• Organized