Social Service Community Workers are advocates who support the wellbeing of individuals and families facing challenging life events, including poverty, domestic violence, social, emotional, behavioral or mental trauma. They are strength-based problem solvers and relationship builders who understand the growing challenges facing communities. Every day, they help clients access the resources and develop the skills to gain more independence and control over their lives. Social Service Community Work is a foundation helping profession working within community-based health centers, from residential environments and shelters to family support and outreach programs.

This Social Service Community Worker program prepares students to create positive change in people’s lives. They will learn about human development and relations, family dynamics and support, interpersonal communications, counselling, program planning, social policy and legislation, and advocacy. Students also participate in experiential and applied learning opportunities in the community. They will learn a lot about themselves too.