Support worker – social services

Overview

Languages

English

Education

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

Experience

Experience an asset

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work setting

• Group home
• Rural area
• Associations and non profit organizations
• Community and social services

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Housekeeping activities
• Food preparation
• Supervise activities of clients living in group homes and half-way houses
• Assist clients/guests with special needs
• Accompany clients to appointments and social outings

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Developmental services worker (DSW) Training
• Non-violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) Certificate
• First Aid Certificate
• CPR Certificate

Additional information

Security and safety

• Criminal record check
• Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation/travel information

• Own vehicle
• Vehicle supplied by employer
• Valid driver’s licence
• Public transportation is not available

Personal suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Interpersonal awareness
• Judgement
• Values and ethics
• Client focus
• Excellent written communication
• Initiative
• Team player
• Organized

Benefits

Financial benefits

• As per collective agreement
• Pension plan

Other benefits

• Learning/training paid by employer