intake worker - social services

Education: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years. or equivalent experience. Work setting: Rural area. Community service organization. General office. Associations and non profit organizations. Tasks: Evaluate the effectiveness of social programs . Interview client individually, in families, or in groups, to assess their situation and problems to determine the types of services required . Perform administrative tasks. Plan programs of assistance for clients. Refer clients to agencies that provide financial assistance, legal aid, housing, medical treatment and other services. Advocate on client's behalf in courts or at hearings. Lobby for solutions to problems affecting client groups. Conduct social research. Write research papers, educational texts and articles. Apply for social program funding. Deliver presentations at conferences, workshops or symposia. Develop prevention and intervention programs to meet community needs. Monitor and evaluate. Supervision: Working groups. Security and safety: Bondable. Criminal record check. Child Abuse Registry check. Vulnerable sector check. Transportation/travel information: Valid driver's licence. Own vehicle. Work conditions and physical capabilities: Fast-paced environment. Work under pressure. Tight deadlines. Attention to detail. Combination of sitting, standing, walking. Personal suitability: Client focus. Dependability. Efficient interpersonal skills. Excellent oral communication. Excellent written communication. Flexibility. Interpersonal awareness. Judgement. Organized. Reliability. Team player. Values and ethics. Adaptability. Screening questions: Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?. Do you have experience working in this field?. Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years. Employment terms options: Day. Health benefits: Dental plan. Health care plan. Paramedical services coverage. Vision care benefits. Financial benefits: Group insurance benefits. Life insurance. Other benefits: Free parking available. On-site recreation and activities. Paid time off (volunteering or personal days). Team building opportunities. Parking available. Wellness program. Location Amherst , NS B4H 4A1 Work location On site Salary $ 46,520 YEAR annually / 35 hours per week Terms of employment Term or contract Full time Day Starts as early as 2026-09-14 End date: 2028-03-31 Benefits: Health benefits, Financial benefits, Other benefits vacancies 1 vacancy Source Job Bank #3650192 Various locations Amherst, NS