community rehabilitation worker

Education: College/CEGEP. Work setting: Work in employer's/client's home. Various locations. Tasks: Interview inmates to assess adjustment problems. Prepare reports or case histories. Supervise support staff. Administrative and office activities. Appraise clients' needs or eligibility for specific services. Develop specialized rehabilitation programs. Plan rehabilitation programs with offenders, establishing rules of conduct, goals and objectives. Conduct social research. Implement life skills workshops. Plan rehabilitation programs with offenders. Assess client's relevant skill strengths and development needs. Conduct follow-up assessments. Housekeeping activities. Food preparation. Provide suicide and crisis intervention. Resolve conflict situations. Supervise activities of clients living in group homes and half-way houses. Supervise children's visits with parents to ensure their safety. Implement substance abuse treatment programs. Implement behaviour management programs. Liaise with other social services agencies and health care providers involved with clients. Assist in evaluating the effectiveness of treatment programs. Assist clients/guests with special needs. Accompany clients to appointments and social outings. Offer mentoring. Supervision: 3-4 people. Target audience: Females. Males. Persons with an intellectual disability. Persons with learning disabilities. Persons with mental health disabilities. Persons with physical disabilities. Security and safety: Criminal record check. Child Abuse Registry check. Driver's validity licence check. Driving record check (abstract). Work conditions and physical capabilities: Fast-paced environment. Work under pressure. Physically demanding. Weight handling: Up to 23 kg (50 lbs). Up to 45 kg (100 lbs). Personal suitability: Efficient interpersonal skills. Excellent oral communication. Judgement. Client focus. Excellent written communication. Flexibility. Initiative. Team player. Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years. Support for youths: Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth. Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youth. Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth.