Temporary Intervention Worker

**This is a temporary position ending July 2024 with the possibility of extension.**

**Hours**:Total of 40 hours per week, flexibility is required as hours will include days, evenings and weekends.

**Why work for McMan**:
¨ An opportunity to make a difference in the lives of youth and families

¨ A chance to work with a committed team of professionals

¨ A **temporary** benefits package is offered

¨ Generous paid time off

¨ Opportunities for professional development and growth; paid training

¨ A commitment to a healthy work life balance

**In your role you will**:
¨ Promote community inclusion, provide short term supports, provide and coordinate services from the Family Intervention Program

¨ Model and support the families in developing a range of healthy individual coping and problem solving skills

¨ Counsel youth and families

¨ Provide supported home visits for youth when required

¨ Complete all required documentation and reports and develop written assessment strategies

¨ Completion of Degree or Diploma in Human Services

¨ Six (6) months of directly related experience in youth/family work

¨ Equivalencies may be considered

¨ Police Information Check including the Vulnerable Persons Sector Check (within the last 6 months)

¨ Children Services Intervention Record Check (within the last 6 months)

¨ Emergency First Aid-Level C CPR + AED

¨ Valid Class 5 drivers license, current drivers abstract, reliable vehicle and auto insurance **are required**

¨ Trauma informed care practices

¨ Good verbal and written communication skills

¨ Strong computer/word processing skills

¨ Strong counseling, program planning, organization and mediation skills

¨ Direct experience supporting Indigenous youth and their families is a strong asset

¨ Knowledge of family violence is an asset

**Starting Rate of Pay**:$26.29-$28.73 per hour; depending on experience and education

**Closing Date**:July 13, 2023

**Competition Number**:11WFCFPW-146 (Please quote on resume or cover letter)

**Mail**: #208- 5115 49 Street, Whitecourt, AB, T7S 1N8

**Fax**: (780) 778-3351

**Job Types**: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months

**Salary**: $26.29-$28.73 per hour

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability

**Education**:

- AEC / DEP or Skilled Trade Certificate (preferred)

**Experience**:

- directly related youth/family work: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Class 5 Licence, abstract, vehicle & insurance (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2023-07-13