Social Services Worker - Toronto, Canada - PACE Independent Living

PACE Independent Living

Verified Company

Toronto, Canada

1 week ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

SOCIAL SERVICES WORKER

CONTRACT PART-TIME

WE'RE HIRING

Bello Horizonte 2

SUPPORTIVE HOUSING PROGRAM (0004)

PLEASE NOTE:
This is a one (1) year contract with the possibility of extension.

LOCATION:
Keele/Lawrence

WHAT WE OFFER:

- $ $23.322 per hour plus $3/hr wage premium for eligible hours worked/eligible for group benefits

Opportunity to pick up additional hours in a supportive, inclusive & respectful environment
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) & Pension Plan
FREE _PPE _to keep you safe
FREE Professional Development & Training to grow your skills

Employee Recognition

Employee Service Recognition Program and more

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

Provide case management services and advocacy for clients
Assist clients with personal services, routine activities of daily living and household management
Teach daily living skills to individuals and groups
Assist clients in coping with emotional issues, including assisting clients to cope with losses related to the progression of their disability
Develop, implement and escort clients to social/recreational programs
Assess the skills, abilities, areas of need and degree of support required on a daytoday basis
Establishes connections with community agencies, supports and resources; coordinates referrals to same
Be part of the UNIFOR union

WHAT YOU'LL BRING:

Experience working with people with Huntington's disease
Experience working with people with complex health, addiction and mental health issues is an asset
Ability to meet the support care needs, as directed by the client
Experience working with people with disabilities is an asset
Experience with teaching/counseling of life skills: adjusting and adapting life skills as client's disability progresses
Experience with making referrals and liasing with community agencies and resources
Ability to accept direction from client's regarding services
Excellent interpersonnal skills, friendly and professional manner
Strong relationship building, problemsolving skills and judgment skills
Manages time in cooperation with clients to complete tasks
Ability to work independently and in a team environment
Good working knowledge of basic computer skills (Microsoft Office, Outlook and Word)

WHAT HOURS YOU'LL WORK:

Monday: OFF
Tuesday: OFF
Wednesday: OFF
Thursday: OFF
Friday: OFF
Saturday: 3pm 9pm
Sunday: 3pm 9pm

HOW TO QUALIFY:

Postsecondary degree or diploma, preferably in a related field of study, i.e. Developmental Service Worker, Social Service Worker
Personal Support Worker (PSW) certificate _(covering 600 + hrs from a publicly funded program/ private career college or have a NACC PSW certificate from an Adult and Continuing Education School Board)_ is an asset
A minimum of two(2) years related experience in human services
Proof of COVID vaccination, First Aid and CPR certificate
Ability to pass a Criminal Record Check (Vulnerable Person)

If you thrive in an independent work environment and are interested in

"
_Making a Difference" _in our client's lives - then this role is for you