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Community Support Specialist for Youth and Families

3 months ago

Duncan, Canada Island Health Full time
Qualifications: Education, Training, and Experience

A diploma in Community Social Services, such as Mental Health Work, Child and Youth Care, or Social Services Work is required.

A minimum of two years of recent relevant experience working with Indigenous communities and resources is essential.

Familiarity with legislation including the Mental Health Act, the Infants Act, and mandatory reporting laws is necessary. Understanding of available programs, their interconnections, and their roles in community care delivery is crucial. A comprehensive understanding of Indigenous health issues, protocols, and needs—encompassing physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual aspects of clients and communities—is vital. Knowledge of Indigenous communities and resources, particularly those located on Vancouver Island, is preferred. A strong grasp of harm reduction principles and practices is required. A current Level C Basic Life Saving Certificate and a valid Class 5 driver's license are mandatory.

Skills and Abilities
  • Proficient knowledge of child development, family dynamics, and cross-cultural practices.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills.
  • Strong interpersonal skills to engage with others effectively.
  • Ability to prioritize and organize client needs and demands.
  • Proven ability to implement a harm reduction approach in practice.
  • Demonstrated capacity to foster relationships and create a quality, trauma-informed, and culturally safe environment.
  • Strong problem-solving abilities.
  • Capability to teach essential life skills.
  • Sound judgment and keen observational skills.
  • Initiative and independence in executing responsibilities.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
  • Skills to promote positive change and foster independence.
  • Proven ability to provide culturally sensitive services to Indigenous populations.
  • Capacity to maintain focus and a differentiated approach in challenging situations.
  • Physical and emotional readiness to fulfill the duties of the role.
  • Competence in operating relevant equipment.
  • Advocacy skills to support client needs.