Social Services Intervention

2 weeks ago

Red Deer, Alberta, Canada McMan Youth, Family and Community Services Association - Central Region Full time
McMan Youth, Family and Community Services Association

McMan is a not-for-profit agency that has been operating since 1975. McMan provides a range of comprehensive programs across Alberta. Earning a sound reputation from success stories and positive relationships, McMan has become well known for being a responsive, highly competent, and innovative partner in service delivery. A diverse range of programs and services are accessible through local offices across Alberta to anyone who needs help. We believe that help from someone who cares should never be out of reach.

Our Life Skills Outreach Program in Red Deer is seeking a Full Time Permanent Intervention and Support Specialist
McMan's
PDD
Life Skills Outreach Program provides hands-on training and education to clients.

Intervention and Support Specialist focus on individuals who struggle with addiction and/or mental health issues along with the criteria for eligibility for Disability Services through the Government of Alberta.


Minimum Qualifications and Requirements:

  • Diploma in the Human Services Field and/or minimum 2 years human services experience _(consideration will be given to those with partially completed education)_
  • Proof of Membership in Professional Association (when applicable)
  • Experience in working with substance abuse, AISH, as well as PDD.
  • Committed to developing positive and therapeutic relationships with clients.
  • Basic First Aid Level C with Adult, Child, and Infant CPR &AED
  • Suicide Intervention Training & De-Escalation Training
  • Intervention Record Check & Criminal Record Check including the vulnerable sector.
  • Class 5 divers license, clean drivers abstract and reliable vehicle for occasional client transportation required.
  • Knowledge and understanding of Indigenous Culture considered an asset.

Responsibilities include:

  • Work within a Harm Reduction framework
  • Working with highrisk clients with severe addiction and/or mental health issues
  • Develop trusting relationships with clients.
  • Assist with obtaining and maintaining housing.
  • Assist with daily tasks such as:
  • Money Management
  • Daily Medications
  • Grocery Shopping
  • Client Transportation
  • Encourage daily hygiene.

Wage Range:
$27.28/hr. - $30.51/hr. Plus, Travel Reimbursement at $0.55/KM.

Benefits:

McMan promotes the wellbeing of our employees, promoting flexibility, health, and wellness, as well as an excellent benefit package that includes extended health care, dental, vision as well a 100% employer contribution pension after 6 months.


Hours of work:40 hours per week. A flexible schedule is required with availability to work evenings and weekends to meet client needs.

Please Quote Competition No:
PDD-ISS

We thank all that apply. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for an interview.
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McMan is Committed to the Principles of Employment Equity_
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#INDLP_

Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent

Pay:
$27.28-$30.51 per hour

Expected hours:
No less than 40 per week

Benefits:

  • Company events
  • Company pension
  • Dental care
  • Disability insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Extended health care
  • Flexible schedule
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision care
  • Wellness program

Flexible Language Requirement:

  • French not required

Schedule:

  • Day shift
  • Evening shift
  • Weekends as needed

Application question(s):

  • Are you comfortable with online documentation including case notes and general case management?
  • Are you local to the Red Deer area and have an understanding of the supports available?
  • Are you available to work evenings and weekends to meet client needs?

Experience:

- working with addictions or homelessness: 2 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

  • Drivers Abstract (preferred)
  • Criminal Record Check (preferred)
  • Intervention Record Check (preferred)
  • Human Services Post Secondary Education (required)
  • Basic First Aid Level C training (preferred)
  • Class 5 Drivers License (required)

Work Location:
In person

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