Temporary Intervention Worker

**Details**: This position will be responsible for counseling families on an individual and group basis. They are responsible for overall case management, and the coordination of activities for the youth and families within the parameters of the program. Other responsibilities include counseling services and competency skill development for all members of the family as well as basic care and recreational services for the youth. They work effectively as a part of a team that collaborates with the family to assist them in achieving their goals.

**This is a temporary 12 month position ending on June 30, 2024, with 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**:May 29, 2023

**Competition Number**:11WFCFPW-144 (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**:

- DCS / DEC (preferred)

**Experience**:

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

Licence/Certification:

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

Work Location: In person