Family Support Worker – 1.0 FTE (short term fill in)

Summary:

The Family Support Worker provides outreach intervention services to families who are experiencing difficulties with parenting and who are potentially at risk of family breakdown.

Qualifications:

Minimal Human Service Worker Diploma with 5 years experience or A Bachelor of Social Work and two (2) years related experience.

Knowledge and understanding of Státimc culture and ability to work with Aboriginal people.

Duties & Responsibilities

strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills.

strong conflict resolution skills.

knowledge of community resources available to clients and their families and how to access them.

The ability to use tact and good judgment in dealing with sensitive and complex issues.

Proven crisis intervention skills.

Work individually and with a team

Responsible for records file maintenance and reporting.

Must be willing to submit to and clear a Vulnerable Sector Criminal Record Check

Must have a valid drivers license and reliable transportation

Send resume cover letter & three references through the following link: questions please contact:

Andrea Leech at ext. 103 or

Ina Williams at ext. 203 or

Wage Range: $25.00 - $29.00 per hour

Required Experience:

Senior IC