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Family Support Worker

Family Support Worker

The Children's Aid Society of the Districts of Sudbury and ManitoulinGreater Sudbury, Ontario, Canada
CA$56,983.00–CA$67,486.00 yearly
Full-time
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Under the supervision of the Service Supervisor, the incumbent is responsible for providing intensive and customized services as determined in the Outcome Plan. The Family Support Worker is also res...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
Family Support Worker - Relief

Family Support Worker - Relief

Good Shepherd CentresHamilton, ON, CAN
Full-time
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May be called for a variety of shifts including days, evenings, and overnights.Must be available to work a minimum of 5 shifts each month including one overnight shift and 2 shifts on a weekend.At ...Show moreLast updated: 17 days ago
Personal Support Worker

Personal Support Worker

Comfort KeepersNewmarket, ON, CA
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Full-time +1
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Are you a caring, patient person with a strong desire to make others happy? Join Comfort Keepers and help make a difference in the life of a Senior. Comfort Keepers of Newmarket, ON is seeking respo...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
Personal Support Worker

Personal Support Worker

Knollcrest LodgeMilverton, Ontario, Canada
CA$25.91–CA$27.65 hourly
Part-time
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Knollcrest Lodge is a rewarding, supportive, and collaborative Long Term Care Home that prides itself on its quality of resident care for over 50 years. Rich in heritage, Knollcrest Lodge is well su...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
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Community Support Worker

Community Support Worker

University Health NetworkToronto, Ontario, Canada
CA$29.66 hourly
Full-time
Position : Community Support Worker.Site : Rumsey Centre Toronto Rehab.Department : Brain Program .Reports to : Program Services Manager. Status : Temporary Fulltime 12month contract with oppor...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
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Personal Support worker

Personal Support worker

SereneAidToronto, Ontario, Canada
CA$20.40 hourly
Full-time
Location : Haliburton (Partnering Retirement Homes).Free overnight stay for shifts when required.Comprehensive training and orientation. Deliver comprehensive nursing care aligned with residents i...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
Personal Support Worker

Personal Support Worker

Aspira Royale Place Retirement LivingKingston, ON
Part-time +1
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PSW - Permanent Part Time Days & Eve.We are Sienna Senior Living, a publicly traded company (TSX : SIA) and one of Canada’s leading owners and operators of seniors’ residences.We offer care, support,...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
Personal Support Worker

Personal Support Worker

Visiting Angels - London, ONLondon, ON, CA
Full-time
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Are you a compassionate Personal Support Worker who is seeking a rewarding new role? Senior Homecare by Angels in London, ON is seeking to hire a qualified PSW to join our dynamic care team.We...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
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Personal Support Worker

Personal Support Worker

MTMR Senior Quality CarePeterborough, ON, Canada
Full-time
Assist clients with personal hygiene activities including bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.Administer prescribed medication and perform basic health care tasks under the supervision of a ...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
Personal Support Worker

Personal Support Worker

LOFT Community ServicesBradford, ON, CA
CA$24.32 hourly
Full-time
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DATE : November 1, 2024 ...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
Personal Support Worker

Personal Support Worker

Aspira Lynde Creek Gardens Retirement LivingWhitby, ON
Part-time
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We are Sienna Senior Living, a publicly traded company (TSX : SIA) and one of Canada’s leading owners and operators of seniors’ residences. We offer care, support, services and housing in Retirement a...Show moreLast updated: 3 days ago
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Crisis Support Worker

Crisis Support Worker

Calian GroupNorth Bay, ON, Canada
Full-time
Job Title : Crisis Support Worker.Calian is currently building a team of Crisis Support Workers to support a 911 call centre for a public safety organization. Offer immediate de-escalation and suppor...Show moreLast updated: 20 days ago
Personal Support Worker

Personal Support Worker

Comfort Keepers OrangevilleGrand Valley, ON, CA
CA$17.50 hourly
Full-time
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Are you a Health Care professional or Nursing student with a passion for senior care? Comfort Keepers wants you to join our team of compassionate caregivers. Comfort Keepers is looking for Personal ...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
Family and Natural Support Worker

Family and Natural Support Worker

360°kidsRichmond Hill, Ontario, Canada
CA$47,000.00 yearly
Full-time
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We have been a leader in the delivery of innovative support services for more than 35 years as we work to improve the lives of unhoused and marginalized youth and families in York Region.At 360°kid...Show moreLast updated: 1 day ago
Family Service Worker

Family Service Worker

Dnaagdawenmag Binnoojiiyag Child & Family ServicesPeterborough, Ontario, Canada
CA$70,795.26–CA$85,326.27 yearly
Full-time
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Applications must be submitted directly to be considered.Do not apply through this website, please go to www.This position provides short and long-term services to families that have been identifie...Show moreLast updated: 21 days ago
Family Support Professional

Family Support Professional

Bridgeway Family HomesMississauga, Ontario, Canada
CA$20.00–CA$23.00 hourly
Part-time
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Bridgeway Family Homes, seeks highly skilled Child and Youth Care Practitioners to support families, children, and youth who are experiencing a range of social, emotional, behavioral, and academic ...Show moreLast updated: 23 days ago
Personal Support Worker

Personal Support Worker

Bayshore Home Care SolutionsHamilton, Ontario, Canada
CA$23.70 hourly
Full-time +1
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Make “being the difference” your Career.Bayshore is looking for passionate and caring Personal Support Workers to join our amazing team. You will be creating special moments for clients each and eve...Show moreLast updated: 1 day ago
Personal Support Worker

Personal Support Worker

Alio Health ServicesOttawa, Ontario, Canada
Part-time
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Job Title : Personal Support Worker (PSW).Business Unit : Health Services.Department : Health Services .The Personal Support Worker (PSW) provides assistance to patients with daily activities in ...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
Personal Support Worker

Personal Support Worker

Spencer HouseOrillia, ON
Full-time
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Temporary Full Time Days until March 30, 2025.We are Sienna Senior Living, a publicly traded company (TSX : SIA) and one of Canada’s leading owners and operators of seniors’ residences.We offer care,...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
Personal Support Worker

Personal Support Worker

Aspira Heatherwood Retirement LivingSt. Catharines, ON
Part-time
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If you’re passionate about leading a team that is, committed to the Team Member Experience and driven by innovation and growth, then join us! . The Personal Support Worker is a critical role within ...Show moreLast updated: 18 days ago
Family Support Worker

Family Support Worker

The Children's Aid Society of the Districts of Sudbury and ManitoulinGreater Sudbury, Ontario, Canada
30+ days ago
Salary
CA$56,983.00–CA$67,486.00 yearly
Job type
  • Full-time
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Job description

JOB FUNCTION :

Under the supervision of the Service Supervisor, the incumbent is responsible for providing intensive and customized services as determined in the Outcome Plan. The Family Support Worker is also responsible for coordinating, facilitating and managing visits between children and their family members geared to assess and enhance parental skills and capacities. The Family support worker is to provide practical assistance, advocacy for children, caregivers and families in order to enhance family functioning, prevent the admission of children to care, and facilitate the earliest possible discharge of children in care.

QUALIFICATIONS : EDUCATION :

  • Two (2) year Social Service Worker (SSW) or Child and Youth Worker (CYW) diploma or diploma / degree in the human services filed.

EXPERIENCE :

  • Minimum two (2) years of relevant experience working with children and families preferably in child welfare.
  • MAJOR RESPONSIBILITES :

  • Plan, coordinate, facilitate and support visits .
  • Assess the strengths and challenges in relation to parenting skills.
  • Assist in the development of goals for families participating in the in two (2) types of services offered, Family Engagement and In-Home Support.
  • Develop a plan to meet identified goals with the child, family, internal and external participants.
  • Intervene in an effective manner to support relationship development and enhanced parenting skills.
  • Provide feedback on the effectiveness of the type of support plan and identified goals created with the family.
  • Provide assistance and support to children and families to prevent admission to care and facilitate the reintegration of children into families.
  • Inform the assessment of the family’s functioning and assist in the development of the Family Plan with the family and relevant workers.

  • Work with parents and caregivers on following through with the Family Plan goals and provide information about child development and group programming to enhance parenting knowledge and skills.
  • Model and coach effective parenting skills and child management techniques (e.g. positive patterns of attachment, infant care, stimulation, home child- proofing, behavioural strategies, positive self-esteem, communication skills, problem solving techniques, etc.).
  • Teach life skills (e.g. budgeting, purchasing, menu planning and food preparation, cleaning, household maintenance, etc.).
  • Provide crisis management services where required.
  • Support the reintegration of children in their families and recommend episodic financial assistance for families.
  • Actively assess families for the presence of any power imbalances within a home paying particular attention to indicators of possible Intimate Partner Violence.
  • Co-create with caregivers, detailed safety plans outlining possible supports for family members impacted by violence.
  • Organize visiting schedules, book facilities on or off site and arrange transportation for children to and from access.
  • Ensure that the physical access location is clean, comfortable, and equipped with age appropriate toys and games.
  • Clarify the roles and responsibilities of each person participating in visits and coach family members regarding what is expected of them during visits.
  • Develop and implement safety plans where necessary.
  • Communicate information to relevant individuals regarding family progress, changes, and / or case updates and report any information that may impact on the safety and well- being of children.
  • Provide information and facilitate the positive engagement of children, caregivers and families regarding how to access various community services.
  • Establish and maintain a professional and collaborative liaison with community service providers and stakeholders.
  • Advocate with service providers and other professionals with respect to understanding and meeting the needs of children and families in receipt of services.
  • Advise children and families of the Agency’s complaint process and report service- related concerns.
  • Observe and record details of all contacts with children, families and service providers and write reports (i.e. Family Plan and Closing Summary).
  • Complete all documentation required and input necessary information in CPIN within Ministry standards and Agency timeframes (i.e. contact logs, recording documents)
  • Write affidavits and other court-related documentation and testify in court when required.
  • Testify in court when required.
  • Provide orientation, information sessions, and training on the Family Support Program model.
  • Research and develop new strategies in providing parenting education.
  • Participate in case conferences and the evaluation of the Family Support Program.
  • Perform other related duties as required.
  • REQUIREMENTS :

  • Demonstrated advanced verbal and written communication skills in both English and French, including the ability to develop concise and thorough reports is required;
  • Knowledge of relevant legislation, regulations, and Ministry standards (e.g. the Child, Youth and Family Services Act);
  • Good understanding of the agency’s values, service philosophy and objectives.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of Intersectionality, cultural competency and clinical practice within an anti-oppression framework;
  • Clinical knowledge of child maltreatment, child development, attachment and separation, and family dynamics;
  • Demonstrated clinical counseling skills to provide assessment, engagement and support services to families and children;
  • Demonstrated understanding of, and commitment to, integrating the principles of equity, justice, non-discrimination and accessibility into practice, service delivery and team relationships;
  • Knowledge of evidence informed practice;
  • Knowledge of adult learning principles and skill in providing group programming and training;
  • Familiarity with community resources;
  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively both independently and within a team;
  • Demonstrated problem solving, planning, priority-setting, and conflict resolution skills;
  • Demonstrated interpersonal and collaboration skills to coordinate effectively with a broad variety of community resources and stakeholders;
  • Ability to maintain the appropriate safeguards for the confidentiality of Agency and client information;
  • Knowledge and proficient competence of computer software (e.g. Microsoft Office (Excel, Word), CPIN);
  • Possess and maintain a valid Class “G” Driver’s License and personal insurance coverage with access to a reliable vehicle;
  • Provide a negative Vulnerable Sector Check.