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Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate. Work site environment: Socio-economic needs or conditions (housing, nutrition, unemployment, financial assistance). Work setting: Group home. Work in employer's/client's home. Various locations. Social service or charity agency. Private residence. Tasks: Administrative and office activities. Appraise clients' needs or eligibility for specific services. Assess client's relevant skill strengths and development needs. Develop, co-ordinate and implement the delivery of specific services within the community. Housekeeping activities. Food preparation. Provide suicide and crisis intervention. 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. Screen, recruit and train volunteers and support staff. Assist clients/guests with special needs. Accompany clients to appointments and social outings. Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses : Developmental services worker (DSW) Training. Mandt System training. First Aid Certificate. CPR Certificate. Target audience: Persons with an intellectual disability. Persons with learning disabilities. Persons with mental health disabilities. Persons with physical disabilities. Security and safety: Criminal record check. Driving record check (abstract). Medical exam. Transportation/travel information: Own vehicle. Vehicle supplied by employer. Valid driver's licence. Travel expenses paid by employer. Work conditions and physical capabilities: Fast-paced environment. Work under pressure. Weight handling: Up to 9 kg (20 lbs). Personal suitability: Efficient interpersonal skills. Excellent oral communication. Judgement. Client focus. Excellent written communication. Flexibility. Initiative. Team player. Screening questions: Are you authorized to work in Canada?. Are you available for shift or on-call work?. Do you have experience working in this field?. Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?. Experience: Will train. Health benefits: Dental plan. Disability benefits. Health care plan. Vision care benefits. Financial benefits: Mileage paid. Pension plan. Other benefits: Free parking available.