Summary Support Worker - Social Services in the Hamilton–Niagara Peninsula Region
Find key facts and figures about working as a support worker - social services. The following information is applicable to all Social and community service workers (NOC 42201).
Description
Social and community service workers administer and implement a variety of social assistance programs and community services, and assist clients to deal with personal and social problems. They are employed by social service and government agencies, mental health agencies, group homes, shelters, substance abuse centres, school boards, correctional facilities and other establishments.
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Requirements
College or apprenticeship
This occupation usually requires a college diploma (community college, institute of technology or CÉGEP), an apprenticeship training of 2 or more years, or experience working in a supervisory occupation.
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Wages
$19.33/hour
Median wage in Ontario
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Prospects
Varies
The job prospects vary across Canada depending on the province or territory.
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Jobs
12 jobs
advertised in the Hamilton–Niagara Peninsula Region
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Competencies
- Social Perceptiveness
- Oral Communication: Active Listening
- Negotiating
- Persuading
- Coordinating
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