Rehabilitation worker - social services

Cape Breton Community Housing Association in Sydney, NS is inviting applications for the position of Rehabilitation worker - social services. We are looking for a candidate with strong interpersonal skills to start as soon as possible. This is a Casual employment - Part time position. Flexible availability required for: Early morning, Morning, Day, Evening, Night, Weekend, On call.

Job Description

• The candidate must prepare reports or case histories.
• The candidate must perform administrative and office activities.
• The candidate must appraise clients' needs or eligibility for specific services.
• The candidate must assess clients’ relevant skill strengths and development needs.
• The candidate must conduct follow-up assessments.
• The candidate must perform housekeeping activities.
• The candidate must perform food preparation.
• The candidate must provide suicide and crisis intervention.
• The candidate must resolve conflict situations.
• The candidate must supervise activities of clients living in group homes and half-way houses.
• The candidate must implement behaviour management programs.
• The candidate must conduct individual and group counselling sessions.
• The candidate must liaise with other social services agencies and health care providers involved with clients.
• The candidate must maintain program statistics for evaluation and research purposes.
• The candidate must assist clients/guests with special needs.
• The candidate must accompany clients to appointments and social outings.

Job Requirements

• The candidate must be fluent in English.
• The candidate must have a College/CEGEP diploma or equivalent experience.
• No experience required. The employer will provide training to the selected candidate.
• The candidate should have efficient interpersonal skills.
• The candidate must have excellent oral communication skills.
• The candidate must have good judgement skills.
• The candidate should be client-focused.
• The candidate must have excellent written communication skills.
• The candidate must be flexible.
• The candidate must show initiative.
• The candidate must be a good team player.

Work Setting

• The candidate must work in a group home to provide care, supervision, and support to residents, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment.
• The candidate must work in a shelter for the homeless, providing support, programs, and services to assist individuals experiencing homelessness.

Additional Information

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• The candidate should be able to work effectively in a fast-paced and busy environment.
• The candidate should be willing to work under pressure.

Security and Safety

• The candidate must undergo a criminal record check.

How to apply

Use the provided options and submit your application if you are interested.

By email

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• Answers to the following screening questions:
• Are you available for shift or on-call work?