Family Support Worker (Prevention) - WWHO/WPG
The Family Support Worker is responsible for assisting with the development and implementation of a wide range of goal-oriented interventions to children and/or their families. The Family Support Worker is responsible to mentor parenting strategies, establish in coordination with parents household routines, and attach families to community support services, overall to strengthen families.
Duties:
Observe and assess family needs and parent/child interaction in a variety of settings
Consult with Family Service Worker and collaterals to review goals and plans
Provide support and counseling for families in crisis and maintain a caring relationshipwith high needs children and their parents
Assist Family Service Workers with emergency responses to children in care/families as required
Prepares written assessments from observing visits and forwards to Family Service Workers for file documention
Teach a variety of skills to parents incorporating educational and supportive elements eg. Life skills, household management and organization, including nutrition and budget planning, shopping, child care, infant stimulation
Advocate and liaise for families with resources e.g. welfare, housing, daycare
Accompany parents and children to specified appointments and support and mentor family times
Record observations and complete regular contact notes on a weekly basis
Document all data with respect to assigned families
Attend meetings, e.g. unit, staff, etc.
Engage in attachment training and supports to families
Provide administrative support to staff when required
Works as a part of the Waywayseecappo Child and Family Services delivery team
Other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications/Requirements
Post Secondary Certificate in Social Services
Minimum grade twelve diploma
Preferred, two (2) years experience directly in the social services/child care profession
Excellent interpersonal, verbal, written and organizational skills
Non-violent crisis intervention and current CPR or Emergency First Aid
Respect for, sensitivity towards as well as knowledge and understanding of Ojibwe culture, traditions and the Seven Grandfather Teachings
Must be available to work flexible hours, when required.
Basic knowledge of the Child, Youth and Family Services Act
Must have demonstrated ability to work as part of a team and within a multi-disciplinary approach
Must have a good working knowledge and appreciation of First Nations traditions and culture
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
Must have excellent interpersonal, assessment, and organizational skills
Must be able to respond to completing deadlines in a fast paced work environment
Must have computer training and/or knowledge of Microsoft Office
The ability to speak Ojibway will be considered a definite asset.
Must have a valid driver’s license and be willing and able to travel
Must have access to reliable transportation
Must be able to work flexible hours
Must complete a criminal record, child abuse registry and prior contact check
Must be willing to attend court when necessary
Must be willing to attend further training/self development
Must possess excellent documentation-note taking and typed case note experience
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We thank all who apply; however, only those selected for interview will be contacted.
All Hiring is subject to a satisfactory Criminal Reference Check, Prior Contact and Child Abuse Registry Check.
The ability to speak Ojibwe is considered a definite asset. Preference will be given to Indigenous people, and applicants are asked to self-declare in their cover letter and describe how they meet the above qualifications. This position requires a valid Manitoba driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle.
We offer: Competitive salaries, Paid time away program, Free parking, Excellent benefits package, Pension & opportunity for growth!
Please forward your resume/cover letter and three (3) references to:
Attention: Human Resources, Waywayseecappo First Nation Child & Family Services
Email: Hr@w-cfs.ca
Job postings will be open until the position is filled.
