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Support Workers (Part time)
A Helping Hand Always Inc is presently looking for part-time Support Workers in the York Region.
Qualifications include:
2-3 years experience of supporting children/teens/adults with special needs including Autism.
must have a valid drivers licence/car
must be able to work between 2pm - 8pm on most days
must have police clearance along with 3 references
The responsibilities of a support worker vary depending on the needs of the individual client. Typically they include:
- Assessing the practical and emotional needs of a client and drawing up a care plan
- Providing emotional support by talking to clients and listening to their problems and concerns
- Assisting with domestic tasks such as cooking, cleaning, washing and shopping
- Helping clients to budget and handle money
- Helping clients participate in leisure activities
- Advising clients on practical issues
- Making case notes and completing a log book
- Accompanying clients in meetings with other agencies and healthcare professionals
- Training clients in life skills
- Collating data and statistics and undertaking administrative duties
- Working with clients' families to help them to support clients in the most effective way possible
- Liaising with other support workers, social workers and relevant members of the health care profession
- Attending meetings and training courses with colleagues
Posted 30th March 2013 |
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