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

Hybrid

Work must be completed both in person and remotely.

Work site environment

- Personal and social adjustment and health (substance abuse, gambling, behaviour disorders)

Work setting

- Correctional facility
- Hospital/medical facility or clinic
- Mental health institution, facility or clinic

Responsibilities

Tasks

- Prepare reports or case histories
- Appraise clients' needs or eligibility for specific services
- Perform administrative tasks
- Conduct follow-up assessments
- Liaise with other social services agencies and health care providers involved with clients
- Maintain program statistics for purposes of evaluation and research
- Assist clients/guests with special needs
- Provide advice and training to users in response to identified difficulties

Supervision

- No supervision responsibility

Experience and specialization

Target audience

- Aboriginal groups
- Culturally diverse groups
- 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
- Child Abuse Registry check
- Child welfare check
- Driver's validity licence check
- Adult Abuse Registry check

Transportation/travel information

- Own transportation
- Willing to travel
- Willing to travel regularly
- Valid driver's licence
- Travel expenses paid by employer

Work conditions and physical capabilities

- Ability to work independently

Personal suitability

- Efficient interpersonal skills
- Excellent oral communication
- Interpersonal awareness
- Values and ethics
- Client focus
- Team player
- Organized

Benefits

Health benefits

- Dental plan
- Health care plan
- Paramedical services coverage
- Vision care benefits

Financial advantages

- As per collective agreement

Other benefits

- Learning/training paid by employer
- On-site recreation and activities

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