Diploma in Community Support Worker - Social Services Program

Sprott Shaw College - East Vancouver College Campus

Canada,British Columbia

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13 Months

Duration

CAD 17,330/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 350 FREE

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Canada, British Columbia

Type: College

Location Type: Semi-Urban

Founded: 1903

Total Students: 4,500 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

#501 - 333 Terminal Avenue Vancouver, BC V6A 4C1

Diploma in Community Support Worker - Social Services Program

Program Overview

There is a growing need for assistance with homeless persons, children with special needs, and those with substance abuse problems. Growth is also expected in the area of First Nations outreach and community development, especially for youth and those in rehabilitation. Employment opportunities are much better for those who have appropriate post-secondary education.

Community and social service workers administer and implement a variety of social assistance programs and community services (life skills workshops, substance abuse treatment programs, and other community and social service programs). They assist clients in dealing with personal and social problems. They are employed by social service and government agencies, group homes, correctional facilities, and other establishments.

Community and social service workers may interview clients to obtain their case histories and other background information. They may prepare intake reports, assess their clients, and investigate their eligibility for social benefits. If necessary, they will refer their clients to other social services. Later, they meet again with their clients to assess their progress, give them support, and discuss any difficulties or problems. Community and social service workers may work in schools as para-professionals assisting with children with special needs along side occupational therapists or provide respite for families with children with special needs.