Group Home Worker

  • Amherst
  • Amherst And District Residential Services Society

or equivalent experience

Work site environment :

  • Programs dealing with Autism Spectrum Disorder

Work setting :

  • Group home
  • Work in employer's/client's home

Tasks :

  • Administrative and office activities
  • Housekeeping activities
  • Food preparation
  • Resolve conflict situations
  • Implement behaviour management programs
  • Liaise with other social services agencies and health care providers involved with clients
  • Assist clients/guests with special needs
  • Accompany clients to appointments and social outings

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses :

  • Non-violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) Certificate
  • First Aid Certificate

Target Audience :

  • Persons with an intellectual disability
  • Persons with mental health disabilities
  • Persons with physical disabilities

Security and safety :

  • Criminal record check
  • Child Abuse Registry check

Work conditions and physical capabilities :

  • Fast-paced environment
  • Work under pressure
  • Physically demanding

Personal suitability :

  • Client focus
  • Efficient interpersonal skills
  • Excellent oral communication
  • Excellent written communication
  • Flexibility
  • Initiative
  • Judgement
  • Team player

Financial benefits :

  • As per collective agreement