group home worker

Overview

Languages

English

Education

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

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 setting

• Group home
  
  

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Appraise clients' needs or eligibility for specific services
• Assess client's relevant skill strengths and development needs
• Resolve conflict situations
• Supervise activities of clients living in group homes and half-way houses
• Implement behaviour management programs
• 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
  
  

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

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

Experience and specialization

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
  
  

Additional information

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
  
  

Benefits

Financial benefits

• As per collective agreement
  
  

Other Benefits

• Wellness program