social services worker

IFRC Society; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading community service organization is seeking an individual with 2-3 years of experience to support clients with special needs. The role involves preparing reports, assisting clients, and managing knowledge in a social assistance office setting. Ideal candidates will possess strong interpersonal skills and a client-focused approach, ensuring a welcoming environment for all.

Qualifications

• 2 to 3 years of experience in community service.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience in supporting persons with disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare reports or case histories for clients.
• Assist clients with special needs and manage knowledge.
• Establish registry of support workers.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Client focus

Organized

Flexibility

Initiative

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Experience

• 2 years to less than 3 years

Work setting

• Social assistance office

Tasks

• Prepare reports or case histories
• Perform administrative and office activities
• Establish registry of support workers for persons with special needs
• Assist clients/guests with special needs
• Manage knowledge
• Support persons with physical disabilities

Computer and technology knowledge

• MS Office

Area of work experience

• Community service organization

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Ability to work independently

Personal suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Interpersonal awareness
• Judgement
• Values and ethics
• Client focus
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Team player
• Organized

Support for persons with disabilities

• Provide awareness training to create a welcoming work environment for persons with disabilities

Support for newcomers and refugees