Relief Family Support Worker

3 weeks ago

Calgary, Canada Inn from the Cold Full time

PUBLISHED: APRIL 9, 2024
- EXPIRY: MAY 9, 2024
- ONSITE
- CALGARY, ALBERTA
- PART TIME
- OTHER:NOT CLASSIFIED

**Summary**:
We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Family Support Worker to join our team at Inn from the Cold. The Family Support Worker (FSW) works with families who are homeless or at risk of homelessness and call The Inn for support. FSW staff will support in the provision of basic and emotional needs and services for families while they are staying in the shelter. FSW staff will work with the Integrated Support Services Team as part of the case management process.

**Description**:
**Are you a changemaker? Come on INN**

**Who Are We?**

We’re an amazing team, doing amazing things every day. Inn from the Cold is the largest organization in the Calgary region dedicated to supporting families experiencing a housing crisis.

At Inn from the Cold, we offer more than a job; we provide an opportunity to make a profound impact on the lives of families in need. Our values guide us — compassion, accountability, respect, inclusivity, courage, and innovation. We are driven by our vision of a thriving community where every child and family has a safe and stable place to call home.

We prioritize people, recognizing the uniqueness and worth of everyone who walks through our doors. Our commitment to reconciliation and equity is not just a statement; it's a journey we're dedicated to, actively working alongside Indigenous peoples and marginalized communities to dismantle oppressive structures. As a trauma informed organization, we create a safe and supportive environment, promoting healing and resilience.

We are a multidisciplinary team united by a shared vision, mission and values. Collaboration is at the heart of our work, and we believe that diverse perspectives drive our success. It is this diversity and the respect and value we have for each other and our community that makes us stronger.

If this sounds like a place where you would want to work, please review the position below to see if there’s a fit with your skills and experience.

**What Are We Looking For?**
- **Position Title** Relief Family Support Worker
- **Job Type** Relief
- **Department** Programs and Operations
- **Reports** to Shelter Manager

**Position Overview**

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Family Support Worker to join our team at Inn from the Cold. The Family Support Worker (FSW) works with families who are homeless or at risk of homelessness and call The Inn for support. FSW staff will support in the provision of basic and emotional needs and services for families while they are staying in the shelter. FSW staff will work with the Integrated Support Services Team as part of the case management process.

**What You’ll Do**
- Develop rapport and model positive, compassionate and healthy professional relationships and boundaries with families and colleagues.
- Consistently engage with families in a Trauma-Informed and culturally sensitive fashion.
- Provide pro-active and responsive care that supports the daily health and wellness needs of families during their stay in the emergency shelter.
- Work collaboratively with The Integrated Support Services Team to connect families to the appropriate services and supports including provision of basic needs, meal service support, and referrals to internal and community-based programs.
- Work closely and support Family Case Managers to support families’ housing focused goals and housing plan.
- Answer telephone calls from people inquiring about space at The Inn using housing focused and diversion practices; track service inquiries.
- Promote and protect the rights of family members; empower families to advocate for themselves.
- Encourage assertiveness, communication, and self-resiliency related skills with families.
- Ensure appropriate communication while using radios; ensure confidentiality of every family member’s information.

This position description reflects the general duties of the role, but is not intended to include all duties that may be inherent in the position. The Family Support Worker may be asked to perform other duties as required or assigned.

**What You Bring to Our Mission**
- Must be willing and able to work designated shifts.
- Relevant education in the human services field.
- Experience working in a shelter/housing environment and with housing focused work and forms.
- Adhere at all times to The Inn’s Policies, Procedures and Code of Conduct.
- Knowledge of housing first, trauma informed care and harm reduction practice. Minimum 2 years’ experience in working with vulnerable population.
- Must have current First Aid/CPR.
- Suicide Intervention certificate/ASIST is an asset.
- Excellent teamwork and team building skills.
- Able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing in the English language.
- Knowledge of community resources and supports.
- Dependable; ability to plan and organize work effectively and ensure its comple

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