Relief Shelter Worker

2 months ago


Calgary, Canada Awo Taan Healing Lodge Society Full time

This casual position requires the ability to work as both a Wellness Worker and Child Support Worker.

Wellness Workers & Child Support staff work 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 Indigenous Spiritual concepts and ceremonies; blended with contemporary methods.

**DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES**:

- Responsible for intake & discharge of residents;
- Provide immediate response to crisis calls & provide appropriate crisis intervention;
- Provide supportive counselling services, advocacy & referrals to residents of the shelter;
- Assist other Wellness Workers, Child Support Workers, volunteers & practicum students, when necessary;
- Plan & implement age and skill level appropriate programming which promotes healthy development in children;
- Provide brief child care while parent/guardian attend essential appointments;
- Maintain accurate documentation in each resident file, including all relevant forms, referrals, phone assessments & advocacy;
- Liaise with service providers to refer residents to appropriate resources and services.
- Compile daily stats;
- Maintain awareness and current knowledge of trends in services and best practices in family violence shelters in Alberta, and across the country;
- Knowledge of Danger Assessments;
- Ensure residents’ safety; including developing safety plans with clients and with those that call the crisis line;
- Facilitate house meetings & Healing Circles;
- Ability to communicate & model healthy language and behaviours;
- Must be able to work on-call shifts (days, evenings, overnights, & Child Support)
- Maintain confidentiality of client information in accordance with Awo Taan Healing Lodge policies;
- Light cleaning duties;
- Other duties, as required by the Residential Program Coordinator and/or Executive Director.

**SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS**:

- Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology, and Sociology preferred or Diploma in Human Services (Social Work) with relevant experience may be considered.
- A minimum of 1 year previous experience in any of the following areas is required: domestic violence, Children’s Services, homelessness, or addictions/mental health;
- Registered Social Worker or similar accreditation;
- Understanding and knowledge of Indigenous Culture and traditions, the ability to speak an Indigenous language would be an asset;
- Knowledge of family violence and its effects;
- Knowledge of community resources and programs available to support families;
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and advocacy skills;
- Strong organizational skills and initiative;
- Ability to work independently & as part of a team;
- Competent computer skills & accurate program record maintenance;
- Current Suicide Intervention/Prevention & CPR/First Aid training would be an asset;
- Knowledge of Trauma Sensitive and Trauma Informed Practice
- Must provide proof of a current Police Check & Child Welfare Intervention Services Check;
- Must be willing to work day shift, evening shift, night shift and Child Support shifts.

**Job Type**: Casual

Pay: $21.00-$26.00 per hour

Schedule:

- 10 hour shift

**Education**:

- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Work Location: In person



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