Family Support Worker II, Full-Time

The Program

Taproot Community Support Services (formerly WJS Canada) works to improve the lives of person in their communities through a variety of programs and services.

Taproot Community Support Services Family Resilience Program provides support to parents and/or caregivers who have children aged 7-18 in Slave Lake and the surrounding communities. The Family Support Worker (FSW) and the parents/caregivers together create a culturally responsive customized plan based on best practice and their specific needs. By building support around their family unit Taproot Community Support Services is able to help work towards life changing results even in the most complex of cases. Individuals community agencies government services teachers victim supports and caregivers themselves can refer families to our program.

The Position

The Family Support Worker II (FSWII) provides services to families in the privacy of their own homes and their communities. Together Taproot Community Support Services staff and parents/caregivers find ways to successfully and safely raise their children by building on their strengths and learning new skills such as daily routine for children attachment development milestones conflict resolution and so on.

With families having children ages 7-18 the focus is on developmental milestones communication within the home parent-teen conflicts family discord co-parenting and blended families and understanding the importance of routine and conflict resolution. Services are designed to fit the parents/caregivers particular situation which may include building a sustainable support network positive relationships within the family and resilience for future growth and success.

**Qualification requirements deem this to be Family Support Worker level 2.**

Schedule:
One (1) permanent full-time position with a weekly schedule of 40hrs per week.
Flexible schedule that may vary week to week.
May include some evening and weekend scheduling to accommodate the families schedules.

In Your Role You Will

Provide flexible and responsive support to address children youth family or caregiver needs.
Oversee and manage service plan goals and objectives.
Provide care though individual program plans while respecting choices decisions and needs of families.
Establish trusting relationships with families to assist them toward development of interpersonal communication skills daily living skills and other areas of interest.
Accommodate and respect cultural social and religious heritage.
Collaborate and/or work as team with community systems (i.e. school) specialized service providers volunteers and extended family members.
Conduct family visits in the community and is available for evening/weekend visits and/or on standby as required.
Prepare and submit reports as per specifications and deadlines.
Adhere to protocols that relate to abuse and appropriately reports safety concerns.
Advocate minimizing risks and promote opportunities to maximize and/or enhance community family and individual support networks for individuals.
Represent Taproot with professionalism and respect within our communities.
Adhere to ethical/professional standards perform all program activities in accordance with Taproot policies and procedures as well as program specific policies Children and Family policies accreditation and core standards

***Prior to confirmation of employment all applicants must provide a copy of a current Criminal Record Check and/or Government Screening Letter. These checks vary depending on province and sector and will be communicated by the Program Hiring Team.

As An Ideal Candidate You Possess

A diploma or degree in Social Work Child and Youth Care Early Childhood or related Social Sciences or Human Services or equivalent
Minimum 2 years experience working with families. Understanding of Childrens Services Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder and family dynamics.
Knowledge of Indigenous culture is beneficial.
Previous experience in developing community events and projects to engage with youth and families is desirable.
Suicide Intervention and Prevention Training and cultural sensitivity
Valid Alberta Drivers License with current and clean driving abstract
A reliable vehicle with appropriate insurance ($2million liability)
Ability to travel to/within Vegreville and nearby communities as well as ability to provide transportation of clients
Valid First Aid / CPR Certificate
Experience working with computer software systems (i.e. Microsoft Office Suite Case Management)
Highly motivated and able to work independently

What Taproot Community Support Services Does

At Taproot your passion for helping others can truly make a difference. As an employee-owned company we value collaboration learning and innovation. Our strength-based approach guides both our care and how we support each other. Join a team where your voice matters and together were building a company were proud of.

Our Employees Enjoy

Work/life balance
Learning and career development opportunities
Competitive wages and salaries
Paid vacation and benefits for eligible employees
Matching RRSP plan for eligible employees within Alberta
Professional development opportunities and job-related training
Employee and Family Assistance Program
Long Service Milestone rewards
Employee referral bonus program

For more information on Taproot Community Support Services visit our website:

No candidate will meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what weve identified and you think you can bring value to the role wed love to learn more about you! Please apply.

Equal-Opportunity Employer
Our commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment is unwavering. We believe that varied backgrounds and experiences fuel innovation and success. As an equal-opportunity employer we prioritize diversity equity and inclusion across all operations. Were seeking candidates passionate about contributing to our multicultural teams and enriching our workplace with their unique insights and cultural sensitivity.
We encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply and join us in fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment.

No telephone calls please. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be notified.