Child Support Worker

1 week ago


Calgary, Alberta, Canada Awo Taan Healing Lodge Society Full time

The Child Support Worker works within a team of committed members who provide supportive counseling, referrals & advocacy, information, safety planning and education on family violence while families stay in our 32 bed emergency women's shelter.

All programs are offered within a wholistic approach which includes traditional Aboriginal Spiritual concepts and ceremonies; blended with contemporary methods.

This is a temporary, one year maternity leave position.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Plan & implement age and skill level appropriate programming which promotes healthy development
  • Provide supportive advocacy, counselling & referrals
  • Facilitate circles and other cultural programming, parenting programs and Healing circles
  • Foster relationship building within the family using the empowerment approach
  • Assist other Workers, volunteers & practicum students when necessary
  • Daily log/contact with each resident file including all relevant forms
  • Referrals, phone assessments & advocacy
  • Attend staff meetings & staff training opportunities
  • Ability to Communicate & model healthy language and behaviours
  • Other duties as required.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Diploma or Degree in Early Childhood Education or familiarity with Child Care services
  • Knowledge & skills in working with individuals and families affected by family violence: in program planning and implementation. Familiarity with child development. Family dynamics. Nutrition. Health and safety and an awareness of community resources and programs available to support families
  • Professed enthusiasm and love for working with children and youth combined with a dynamic personality which will make you an asset to the organizational team
  • Knowledge of community resources & programs available to support families
  • Understanding & knowledge of Aboriginal culture and traditions: the ability to speak an Aboriginal language would be an asset
  • Strong communication, Counseling & advocacy skills
  • Strong organizational skills & initiative
  • Ability to work independently & as part of & team
  • Competent computer skills & accurate program record maintenance
  • Current Suicide Intervention/Prevention Certification
  • Trauma Sensitive and Trauma Informed Practice Certification would be an asset
  • Must have recent CPR/First Aid training
  • Must provide proof of a current Police Check & Child Welfare Intervention Services Check

Please forward cover letter & resume to:
Selection Committee

Awo Taan Healing Lodge Society

PO Box 6084, Station A

Calgary, AB T2H 2L3

Fax:
Employment Type
Temporary Maternity Leave Position

Job Type:
Fixed term contract

Contract length: 12 months

Salary:
$18.00-$24.00 per hour

Schedule:

  • 10 hour shift

COVID-19 considerations:
All staff must adhere to the

Shelter Guidance:
Preventing, Controlling, and Managing Covid-19 protocols, as suggested by Alberta Health Services.

Work Location:
In person

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