group home worker

group home worker

group home worker

L'arche Halifax

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Halifax (NS)

2 hours ago

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Education: College/CEGEP. or equivalent experience. Work site environment: Non-smoking. Work setting: Group home. Tasks: Housekeeping activities. Food preparation. Resolve conflict situations. Supervise activities of clients living in group homes and half-way houses. Implement behaviour management programs. Assist clients/guests with special needs. Accompany clients to appointments and social outings. Shop for food and household supplies. Provide personal care. Provide companionship. Prepare and serve nutritious meals. Plan therapeutic diets and menus. Perform light housekeeping and cleaning duties. Launder clothing and household linens. Assist clients in water (i.e. pool). Administer bedside and personal care. Feed or assist in feeding. Change non-sterile dressings. Administer medications. Assist in regular exercise, e.g., walk. Assist clients with bathing and other aspects of personal hygiene. Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses : Community disability studies Certificate. Core competencies for public health in Canada Course. Developmental services worker (DSW) Training. Mandt System training. Non-violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) Certificate. Medication Administration Certificate. First Aid Certificate. CPR Certificate. Personal Support Worker Certificate. Target audience: Females. Males. Persons with an intellectual disability. Persons with mental health disabilities. Persons with physical disabilities. Adults. Persons with a disability. Security and safety: Criminal record check. Vulnerable sector check. Transportation/travel information: Public transportation is available. Work conditions and physical capabilities: Fast-paced environment. Work under pressure. Physically demanding. Attention to detail. Repetitive tasks. Sitting. Combination of sitting, standing, walking. Standing for extended periods. Walking. Bending, crouching, kneeling. Weight handling: Up to 23 kg (50 lbs). 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. Dependability. Reliability. Punctuality. Screening questions: Are you authorized to work in Canada?. Do you have experience working in this field?. Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?. Do you live near the job location?. Experience: 1 to less than 7 months. Health benefits: Dental plan. Health care plan. Other benefits: Learning/training paid by employer. Team building opportunities. Parking available. Support for youths: Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports youth employment. Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth. Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youth. Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth.