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Responsible for managing an assigned client case load which is made up of men who are currently residing in the emergency shelter.
Complete client intakes, orientate new clients with the Centres' rules and regulations. Casework duties, incoluding analysis of date, formulation of treament plan, implement and support the treatment plan only in as much as it is consistent with the program policies.
Conduct individual counselling sessions with clients, keeping records as to the nature of each session. Make self available to clients.
Essential Skills
- Writing
- Oral communication
- Working with others
- Problem solving
- Decision making
- Critical thinking
- Job task planning and organizing
- Finding information
- Computer use
Additional Skills
- Use computer applications
- Perform administrative tasks
Specific Skills
- Act as an advocate for client groups in the community
- Refer clients to agencies that provide financial assistance, legal aid, housing, medical treatment and other services
- Provide counsel and therapy to help clients resolve social and personal problems
- Plan programs of assistance for clients
- Interview clients to assess their situation and determine the types of services required and eligibility
- Apply for social program funding
Work Setting
- Community service organization
Client Population
- Adult
- Male