Developmental service worker

• Location 371 King StreetLondon, ONN6B 1S4
• Work location On site
• Salary$22.95 to $24.82HOUR hourly (To be negotiated) / 80 hours bi-weekly
• Terms of employment Permanent employmentFull time
• Morning, Day, Evening, Weekend, Shift
• Starts as soon as possible
• Benefits: Health benefits, Financial benefits, Long term benefits, Other benefits
• vacancies 4 vacancies
• Source Job Bank #3690987

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• College/CEGEP
• or equivalent experience
• Developmental services worker
• Psychology, general
• Social work, general
• Social work, other
• Social sciences, other

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 site environment

• Odours
• Socio-economic needs or conditions (housing, nutrition, unemployment, financial assistance)
• Programs dealing with Autism Spectrum Disorder
• Programs dealing with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD)

Work setting

• Urban area
• Work in employer's/client's home
• Community agency
• Various locations
• Social service or charity agency
• Associations and non profit organizations

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Prepare reports or case histories
• Administrative and office activities
• Perform administrative tasks
• Implement life skills workshops
• Assess client's relevant skill strengths and development needs
• Develop, co-ordinate and implement the delivery of specific services within the community
• Provide suicide and crisis intervention
• Resolve conflict situations
• Implement behaviour management programs
• Maintain program statistics for purposes of evaluation and research
• Assist clients/guests with special needs
• Accompany clients to appointments and social outings
• Manage knowledge

Supervision

• No supervision responsibility

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Developmental services worker (DSW) Training
• First Aid Certificate
• CPR Certificate

Experience and specialization

Computer and technology knowledge

• Electronic mail
• MS Office

Additional information

Security and safety

• Criminal record check
• Child Abuse Registry check
• Driver's validity licence check
• Driving record check (abstract)
• Adult Abuse Registry check

Transportation/travel information

• Own vehicle
• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Ability to work independently
• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• 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
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance
• Mileage paid
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Long term benefits

• Long-term care insurance
• Maternity and parental benefits

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Learning/training paid by employer
• Other benefits
• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
• Team building opportunities
• Travel insurance
• Wellness program