House Lead

**Anew is currently hiring for a House Lead to assist in the operations for each home that is currently open. Please submit a cover letter with your resume.**

**To be considered, you must have a driver's license and a valid criminal record check with the vulnerable sector check completed within 6 months, and an Alberta Child Welfare/Intervention Record Check completed within 6 months.**

**About ANEW Centre for Healing**

ANEW Centre for Healing provides trauma-informed, client-centered, and strength-based support through its programs, Kisakihtin (group care for children and youth) and Peyakoskan (family preservation). Our approach focuses on creating safe and supportive environments for healing and growth, incorporating cultural teachings and practices to foster connection and well-being.

**DETAILS**

The House Lead is a member of the interdisciplinary team which assists and supports the Assistant Program Manager & Program Director in overseeing the day-to-day program operations of Anew Centre for Healing. The House Lead provides direct support to children, youth, and families, as well as to the front-line staff, and assists in the direction and support of program philosophies. The House Lead will help to facilitate monthly group supervisions with all front-line members with the support of the Assistant Program Manager. The House Lead is accountable to the Assistant Program Manager and Director(s) of Anew Centre for Healing.

**KEY ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES**
- Main contact for the home and the team of support staff;
- Coordinate the transportation of participants for visits, community events, outings and booking of van;
- Room checks every week;
- Promotion and Education of House Rules with support staff and participants;
- Monthly documentation related to participants including service planning, assessments, progress reports, reviews, plans, etc.;
- Assist participants with household chores, leading by example and promoting routine and responsibility, as needed;
- Coordination of Program and Services;
- Administrative and file maintenance;
- Maintaining client records and ensuring appointments are up to date and completed within timelines outlined in policy (medical, dental, optical, etc.);
- Ensure the adherence to the monthly house budget;
- Ensure allowance is administered weekly, as well as parental funds (if applicable) and documented;
- Assisting participants to work towards and complete goals;
- Implementation of a recreational schedule, menu for meals, and cultural events/activities with participants;
- Assist participants with transitional support and resources;
- Assist participants with accessing programming and addressing concerns for involvement;
- Providing all participants with a sense of safety, acceptance, and nurturance as well as providing support and services through a trauma-informed, inclusive approach;
- Maintaining and promoting professional boundaries with participants, while maintaining the best interest of the participants at all times;
- After hours/On-Call Rotation;
- Assist with house staff schedules;
- Additional tasks or duties as directed by Leadership

**QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS**
- Human services degree or diploma (and/or competency-based equivalencies);
- Two (2) years related front-line and/or supervisory experience;
- Current criminal (with vulnerable sector search) and current intervention record checks;
- Strong interpersonal skills that bridge the distance with individuals that may have a resistance to relationships, different morals/values, and alternative lifestyle choices;
- Non-judgmental manner;
- Strong personal boundaries;
- Demonstrates good writing and communication skills;
- Experience in working with diverse cultural and religious communities;
- Understanding of Client-Centered Theory, the Circle of Courage model, and Trauma Informed philosophies of treatment/intervention;
- Knowledge and understanding of Indigenous culture, beliefs and traditions

**_ We thank all applicants in advance for their interest, however, only those under consideration will be contacted._