Community Support and Outreach Worker Overview Looking for a rewarding career serving your community and exceptional individuals within it? Look into the Community Support and Outreach Worker Diploma Program at Stenberg College. It’s designed to provide you with a comprehensive theoretical and practical education so you can support individuals with mental health issues and/or developmental disabilities.. You’ll learn to assist these individuals to live as fully and independently as possible. To find out more about this satisfying career, keep reading... Typical Job Duties Community Support and Outreach Workers assist individuals with a developmental disability and/or a mental health issues, encouraging and supporting them in their daily lives. They model, teach and support all functions of home life, daily living activities, leisure and recreation for improved quality of life for their clients. Potential Employers After graduating as a Community Support and Outreach Worker, you’ll be qualified for employment in: Residential, supportive housing units Outreach Programs Day-programs for disabled people Community outreach programs Community healthcare agencies Adult protective services Social services support Respite Care Clubhouses Wages and Career Outlook Wage and career outlook information is difficult to predict. Unlike other occupations, most opportunities in community living are driven by the current government policy rather than the business cycle. Based on recent employment statistics gathered by Stenberg College, the average starting wage of students who have completed the Community Support and Outreach Worker program and are working in their field of study is in the range of $15.00-$22.16 per hour. Use the following sites to obtain more career information. Please realize that survey results are based upon groupings of a large number of related jobs. Wages and career outlook may differ due to education level, geography and type of employer: BC Work Futures Provincial Government Jobbank Fraser Health Authority Vancouver Coastal Health  Is This Program For You? It is if you: Like to support and encourage others towards independence Are interested in improving the quality of life for those with mental health challenges and the developmentally disabled Are flexible and compassionate Can communicate equally well with clients, their families and healthcare professionals Have patience and can handle stress Want to have a career where you can truly make a difference in people’s lives Program Admission Requirements Completion of Grade 12 or 19 years of age or older Passing Stenberg College Entrance Examination Passing formal entrance interview with a score of 70% or more Successful completion of a short written essay Passing Verbal Test of English if English is a Second Language Students must provide the following to their Program Advisor prior to program start: Acceptable criminal record check Acceptable medical examination report Negative TB test report or clear chest X-ray Reference letter stating suitability to work with developmentally disabled and mental health clients. Note: Class 5 drivers license strongly recommended Duration and Financing Duration: 36 weeks, including job shadowing and practicum Financing: You could be eligible for ELMS funding, government student loans and other financing options; the Stenberg College Financial Aid Officer would be happy to provide further assistance. Quick Links: Community Support & Outreach Worker: Program Courses Community Support & Outreach Worker: Top Reasons to Choose Stenberg

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