Group home worker  (Community Builders) 

1060 Howe Street
Vancouver, BC V6Z 1P5
Salary:  Higher of $20.04 or prevailing wage.

Terms of employment:
Permanent, Full time 30 to 40 hours / week
Start date As soon as possible

Languages: English

Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate or equivalent experience

Experience: 7 months to less than 1 year

Job Requirements: Ability to Supervise: 5-10 people; Criminal record check

Public transportation is available

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities: Fast-paced environment, Work under pressure, Physically demanding

Work Location Information: Urban area

Personal Suitability: Excellent oral communication, Judgement, Initiative, Effective interpersonal skills, Flexibility

Specific Skills: Obtain information and prepare reports or case histories, Assess client's relevant skill strengths and development needs, Resolve conflict situations, Supervise activities of clients living in group homes and half-way houses, Liaise with other social services agencies and health care providers involved with clients, Assist in evaluating the effectiveness of treatment programs

Target Audience: Persons with mental health disabilities, Persons with physical disabilities, Street population

Type of Community or Social Service: Personal and social adjustment and health (substance abuse, gambling, behaviour disorders), Socio-economic needs or conditions (housing, nutrition, unemployment, financial assistance), Early intervention programming for at-risk youth, Services for the homeless

Work Setting: Group home, Social service or charity agency, Shelter for the homeless

Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)

First Aid Certificate, CPR Certificate

Apply by email: communitybuilders@cooverimmigration.com

Intended job posting audience: Anyone who can legally work in Canada can apply for this job. If you are not currently authorized to work in Canada, the employer will not consider your job application.