Empowerment Worker

7 months ago

Montréal, Canada Miyoskamin Full time

**EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY**
Empowerment Worker

**Introduction**:

- Miyoskamin, _an empowerment center for Indigenous women and children, is a new building recently acquired by the Native Women’s Shelter of Montreal.
Located at 757 Rue Des Seigneurs, Miyoskamin is the site of two new innovative projects: the Saralikitaaq Centre for Indigenous children and families, and a second stage housing program for Indigenous women and their families. Miyoskamin will house, support, and empower 23 Indigenous women and their children. Saralikitaaq uses a holistic approach, based on the
Dr.Julien Foundation model of community social pediatrics (CSP). This method incorporates medicine, law, social work, education, and culture to provide children with the integrated care and support they need to grow up healthy and reach their full potential. We are currently seeking a compassionate and client-centered individual to fill the role of Empowerment
Worker.

**About the Position**:
The Empowerment Worker plays a key role in delivering high quality and client-focused services to participants in the Miyoskamin second stage housing program and Saralikitaaq. The Empowerment Worker, alongside the team with the Family Lawyer and other community supporters and specialists will work to co-develop empowerment plans with each participant and help each participant meet their full potential. They will offer one-on-one consultations, empowerment sessions, and provide references and referrals as needed.

**Role and Responsibilities**:
Second Stage Housing Program Support
Under the supervision of the Director of Miyoskamin and in collaboration with the team, the Empowerment Worker is responsible for the following activities:

- Becoming familiar with the Miyoskamin Second Stage Housing Program and participants
- Conducting assessments on the needs and experiences of current, new, and incoming housing participants
- Developing an empowerment plan for each resident that focuses on the needs and interests of each individual
- Supporting participants in reaching their personal goals related to education, employment and personal empowerment;
- Carrying out regular follow-up meetings with residents to better understand their evolving needs

Social Services & Supports
Under the supervision of the Director of Miyoskamin and in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team, the Empowerment Worker is responsible for the following activities:

- Evaluating the community and social service needs of each participant and their family
- Ensuring that each participant and their family are aware and informed of community and social services available to them
- Connecting participants and families to a variety of resources as needed (mental health, counseling, social assistance, social housing, food baskets, etc.)
- Supporting parents and caregivers in the implementation of family and parenting strategies
- As needed, providing client accompaniment to navigate social programs and services

General Client Support & Case Management
Under the supervision of the Director of Miyoskamin and in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team, the Empowerment Worker is responsible for the following activities:

- Establishing and maintaining a relationship of trust with clients and their families
- Ensuring that clients and their families feel understood and respected
- Creating and participating in Resident Support Team meetings
- Maintaining detailed and organized case notes within the client management software system
- Contributing to the development of quarterly, annual, and periodic

Saralikitaaq reports
- Other duties as required by the Director of Miyoskamin

Peer Support and Participation:
As part of a collaborative working environment, the Empowerment Worker is responsible for the following activities:

- Attending and participating in staff meetings
- Embracing a collaborative and respectful environment amongst peers
- Embodying the mission and values of the NWSM and Miyoskamin

**Qualifications**:
Skills & Attributes

Strong oral and written communication skills
Strong Organizational Skills
Ability to act with discretion and ensure confidentiality
Ability to thrive in a fluid working environment
Ability to work with culturally diverse Indigenous families, communities, and staff
Bilingualism in English and French
Indigenous language skills (asset)

Education & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in social work or other social science field and at least two years’ relevant experience OR at least five years’ relevant work experience
Must be a registered social worker with the Quebec order of social workers (OTSTCFQ)
Experience working in a non-profit setting
Experience in the delivery of services for Indigenous women and families
Experience and/or interest in working across multiple disciplines

Employment Contract Details
**Type of position**:Full time with a six-month probationary period
**Salary**:$62,400 - $70,720 per year (based on experience)
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