Safer Families Worker

**(Full-time Permanent)**

Catholic Family Services of Peel-Dufferin (CFSPD) is a non-profit, charitable organization reflecting the values consistent with Catholic social teachings. CFSPD is a dynamic, growing family service agency serving all areas of Peel and Dufferin. CFSPD is committed to providing a positive work environment for its employees and excellent services to its clients.

Safer Families is a collaborative program run by Catholic Family Services of Peel-Dufferin, the Peel Children’s Aid Society (PeelCAS), and Family Services of Peel. The goal of the Safer Families program is to respond in a helpful and supportive way to families who have experienced family violence. Referrals are primarily made through Peel Children’s Aid Society (PeelCAS).

**Position Summary**

CFSPD is currently seeking a Safter Families worker who will be responsible for working in collaboration with Peel Children’s Aid (PCAS) staff to support individuals, couples and families who have experienced intimate partner violence and have been referred to Peel Children’s Aid (PCAS).

The Safer Families Worker reports to the Clinical Program Manager.

**Responsibilities**:
**Triage, Assessment and Case Management**
- Conducts joint intake assessments with PCAS.
- Answer client inquiries regarding services and support client by providing therapeutic triage and assessment.
- Conduct trauma-informed risk assessment, family needs assessment, and safety planning.
- Facilitate referrals to community partners, agency programs, other professionals, agencies, services, or community resources appropriate to clients' identified needs.
- Assist in the co-facilitation of group programs.
- Liaise and collaborate with PCAS on client(s) engagement and case planning.
- Provide telephone support, crisis intervention, safety planning and follow-up for clients.
- Provide supportive counseling, psychoeducation, crisis stabilization and case management support as needed.

**Administration**
- Prepare, compile, submit, and maintain accurate records, files, statistics, and additional relevant information in accordance with agency policy, and funding requirements.
- Keep careful and accurate records and maintain client case file of all relevant information pertaining to assigned caseload.
- Collect relevant client demographic data.
- Create, update and maintain client enrollment information in database in a timely manner
- Maintain data collection spreadsheets.

**Other**
- Participate in agency fundraising activities as deemed appropriate and necessary by Agency Management.
- Attend required agency activities and meetings.
- Perform other duties as assigned.

**Qualifications**
- Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Community College Diploma or related human service field and three (3) years of relevant work experience preferred.
- Knowledge of the principles and practices of counseling, social work (especially family violence dynamics), family engagement (especially engagement of men/fathers), and case management.
- Demonstrate commitment to collaborative work and have proven strong collaboration, problem-solving, and conflict resolution skills.
- Demonstrate positive interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment with co-workers, community providers and stakeholders and clients.
- Strong organizational and time management skills, ability to prioritize and meet multiple deadlines.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English (French as well as other languages an asset).
- Proficient in Microsoft Office suite and working knowledge of database management.
- Ability to work independently.
- A satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Criminal Records check.
- Valid driver’s license, access to a reliable vehicle and relevant insurance.

**Why Apply?**

We offer a comprehensive benefits package (pension plan, extended health, dental & insurance benefits) and generous leave provisions. Our organization also provides flexibility with work hours, work life balance and free parking.

**How to Apply**:
If you are interested in the above opportunity, please submit your resume. This posting will remain open until filled.
- **We thank all applicants for their interest in Catholic Family Services of Peel-Dufferin. We will only contact those selected for consideration.**_Responsibilities:

- Provide counseling and support services to children and their families
- Assess the needs of children and develop individualized treatment plans
- Collaborate with other professionals, such as teachers and healthcare providers, to coordinate services for children
- Advocate for the rights and well-being of children in various settings
- Conduct home visits and participate in case conferences and team meetings
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of client interactions and progress

**Skills**:

- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage with children and their families
- Ability to assess and evaluate the need