Part-time/ Casual Overnight Awake Shelter Worker

2 weeks ago

Calgary AB TA W, Canada Niitoiyis Family Support Society Full time

Overview

Formerly known as Awo Taan Healing Lodge Society, the Awake Overnight Shelter Wellness Worker is part of a dedicated team providing supportive counselling, referrals, advocacy, safety planning, and education on family violence for families staying 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;
  • 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;
  • Ability to communicate & model healthy language and behaviours;
  • Maintain confidentiality of client information in accordance with Awo Taan Healing Lodge policies;
  • Data Entry;
  • Light cleaning duties;
  • Other duties, as required by the Management Team.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Post-secondary degree or diploma in Social Work or related field with related experience;
  • Registered Social Worker or similar accreditation;
  • Understanding & knowledge of Indigenous culture and traditions, the ability to speak an Indigenous language would be an asset;
  • Knowledge of family violence & its effects;
  • Strong assessment, conflict resolution, advocacy, interpersonal, & communication skills;
  • Knowledge of community resources & programs available to support families;
  • Strong organizational skills & 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;
  • Must provide proof of a current Police Check & Child Welfare Intervention Services Check.

Thank you for applying. Only those short listed will be contacted. Must submit a cover letter along with a resume to be considered. Resumes and cover letters can be sent to

Job Types: Part-time, Casual

Pay: $20.41-$26.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 19 per week

Work Location: In person

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