Community Worker

Work site environment

• Programs dealing with Autism Spectrum Disorder
• Programs dealing with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD)

Work setting

• Group home
• Work in employer's/client's home
• Community agency
• Social service or charity agency

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Appraise clients' needs or eligibility for specific services
• Perform administrative tasks
• Assess client's relevant skill strengths and development needs
• Housekeeping activities
• Food preparation
• Assist clients/guests with special needs
• Accompany clients to appointments and social outings

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Mandt System training
• Non-violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) Certificate
• First Aid Certificate

Experience and specialization

Area of work experience

• Community service organization

Additional information

Security and safety

• Criminal record check
• Driver's validity licence check
• Driving record check (abstract)
• Tuberculosis test

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver's licence
• Travel expenses paid by employer
• Driver's abstract

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Ability to work independently
• Work under pressure
• Attention to detail

Personal suitability

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

Benefits

Health benefits

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

Financial benefits

• As per collective agreement

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Learning/training paid by employer
• Wellness program