Family Support Worker - St Paul, Alberta

WJS Canada
St Paul, AB, CA
$28-$33,39 an hour
Temporary
Full-time

In Your Role You Will

  • Travel in own vehicle to family homes and communities in the service area (St Paul, Ashmont, Elk Point, Two Hills, etc) travel reimbursed.
  • Work with Children’s Services staff to provide home-based services to promote the well-being of youth & children in their homes, as well as parent support and education, aimed at family protection and preservation.
  • Establish trusting relationships with youth, children & families, while assisting them in the development of interpersonal, communication skills, daily living skills, and other areas of interest.
  • Some evening and occasional weekend work is required at times, as this is the time when families with children are together and is often a stressful time for families.
  • Connect children & families with support networks, outside agencies and community resources and organize ongoing service delivery.
  • Work with youth & adults who need intervention, are living a lifestyle that is considered high risk ( i.e. prostitution, addictions, etc) and / or at risk of suicide or harming themselves
  • Follow prescribed case management plans, including maintaining accurate client file & program documentation and record of client activities and consulting on case files.

Prior to confirmation of employment all applicants must provide a current (dated within 6 months of hiring date) Criminal Record Check and Ministry Check.

These checks can take up to 6 weeks to obtain, please ensure you prepare accordingly.

As An Ideal Candidate You Possess

  • Social Work Diploma or Degree in Social Work, Youth Work, Social Service Worker, Addictions, etc.
  • 2+ years social work experience in family support / intervention, youth work, trauma, etc.
  • Previous experience in developing community events and projects to engage with youth and families, is desirable.
  • Knowledge of the Child, Youth and Family Enhancement Act
  • Knowledge of aboriginal culture is an asset
  • Suicide Intervention and Prevention Training and cultural sensitivity
  • Clear Criminal Record and Child Welfare Intervention check
  • Driver’s License, vehicle with appropriate insurance, and clean driver’s abstract
  • First Aid / CPR Certificate
  • Highly motivated, and able to work independently
  • 29 days ago
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