Position Summary:
Reporting to the Social Services Coordinator, the incumbent is responsible for providing support on client cases, managing the waiting list, performing community outreach, and assisting with general office administration.
Main Duties:
- Manage the waiting list of potential residents by making updates as needed both in the filing cabinet and computer database;
- Assist with the organization of health seminars for caregivers in the community and residents in the Home;
- Record minutes in both English and Chinese languages;
- Provide support to residents with health challenging issues;
- Assist in case management and crisis intervention;
- Other duties as may be assigned.
Qualifications:
- Current enrolment in a post-secondary program in Social Services or related field in a recognized University/College;
- Experience working with seniors is a strong asset;
- Experience working in a multi-disciplinary team a strong asset;
- Strong computer skills;
- Ability to work independently as well as a part of a team;
- Bilingual in English and Chinese is preferred, both written and verbal.
Other Requirements:
All summer student positions are funded to promote employment opportunities for students, thus the duration of these positions are subject to funding approval. To be eligible for the program, job applicants should meet the following criteria:
- be between 15 and 30 years of age at the start of the employment;
- be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act* for the duration of the employment and;
- have a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment and be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations.
Note: Due to the large volume of applications expected to be received, we thank all candidates for their interests. However, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.
DISCLAIMER: Mon Sheong Foundation is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. If contacted for an employment opportunity or testing, please advise Human Resources if you require accommodation.
