Community worker

ILNSA is located at Halifax, NS. The company is currently looking for applications for the role of Community worker. We are seeking a self-disciplined individual with exceptional interpersonal skills. The chosen applicant will be required to join and begin their duties as soon as possible. The open positions are for Permanent employment or Part time job. The shift schedule encompasses shift times which include Day, Evening, Weekend, Shift, Flexible Hours, To be determined and Morning.

Employer Name: ILNSA
Position: Community worker
No. of vacancies: 1
Salary: $21.63 to $25.63 hourly (To be negotiated) / 10 to 18 hours per week
Employment type: Permanent employment, Part time
Location: Halifax, NS

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Hiring: Community worker

Job Description

• The candidate must prepare reports or case histories.
• The candidate must perform office and administrative tasks.
• The candidate must plan, coordinate, and carry out the delivery of specific services in the community.
• The candidate will be responsible for housekeeping duties.
• The candidate will be responsible for food preparation.
• The candidate must be able resolve conflict situations.
• The candidate will be responsible for implementing behaviour management programs.
• The candidate must communicate with other social service agencies and health care providers who are involved with clients.
• The candidate must maintain program statistics for evaluation and research purposes.
• The candidate must assist in evaluating the effectiveness of treatment programs.
• The candidate must assist clients/guests with special needs.
• The candidate must accompany clients to appointments and social outings.
• The candidate must manage knowledge.
• The candidate must organize tasks in order to complete the work.

Job Requirements

• The candidate should be fluent in English language.
• The candidate must have a College, CEGEP, or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years, or equivalent experience in disability studies.
• The ideal candidate will have at least 1 to 2 years of experience in a related industry.
• The candidate must have Emergency child care first aid and CPR certification, Mandat System training Certification, Non-violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) Certificate, First Aid Certificate, CPR Certificate, and Food Safety Certificate.
• The candidate must be able to handle weight up to 23 kg (50 lbs).
• The candidate should have effective interpersonal skills.
• The candidate must have excellent oral and written communication skills.
• The candidate should give importance to values and ethics.
• The candidate should be client focused.
• The candidate should be organized and flexible in nature.
• The candidate must be capable of acting on their own initiative.

Work site environment

• Work site environment provides Personal and social adjustment and health programs (substance abuse, gambling, behavior disorders) and programs dealing with autism spectrum disorder.

Work setting

• The candidate should work in an urban area with a high population density.
• The employee should be able to work in the employer’s/client’s home, have the ability to work at various site locations, and the specific period of progression is the annual review.
• The candidate should work in a community agency to help build an inclusive environment that makes residents feel integrated and empowered.
• The candidate must work for a charity or social services organization.

• The candidate should undergo a thorough criminal record check, adult abuse registry check and driving record check (abstract).

Transportation/travel information

• The candidate must have their own transportation.
• The candidate must be willing to travel.
• The candidate must be willing to travel frequently.

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• The candidate must have the ability to work independently.
• The candidate should be able to work in fast-paced busy environment.
• The candidate should have an eye for details.

How to Apply

If you have a keen interest in applying, kindly utilize the provided alternatives to submit your application.

By email

careers@ilns.ca

Note

Please include the following while sending the application

• Cover letter
• Proof of the requested certifications