As a developmental service worker, you work with individuals with developmental and physical disabilities and those who deal with mental illness to promote their health and wellbeing. You interview, assess, assist, and counsel clients and their families, facilitate life skills, encourage inclusive environments, and provide personal care. Anderson’s Developmental Service Worker program meets all Provincial Standardization guidelines and outcomes.
Upon graduation you will be able to pursue work in a number of areas including (but not limited to): family support, within community or residential agencies, community organizations, private sector opportunities, transitional services or as an educational assistant or program supervisor.

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