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Velma’s House Safe Space – Direct Care Worker
4 months ago
Velma’s House Safe Space – Direct Care Worker
Full Time (40 hours per week)
About the Role:
Under the direction of the Program Coordinator, the Direct Care Worker provides one-to-one case management services to participants of Velma’s House 24/7 Safe Space, while also acting as a support worker to participants who are accessing the space on a drop in basis.
The safe space is a low barrier drop-in space for all women, including members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community, who are unsheltered and experiencing sexual exploitation or violence. The staff team operates with compassion, from a trauma-informed and harm-reduction lens, respecting participants’ choices and autonomy. A wide variety of services are provided, from basic needs and everyday items, to cultural programming and ongoing support.
What You Bring
Strong understanding of issues related to mental health, addictions, homelessness, sexual exploitation and violence; lived experience or training, or combination Post-Secondary education in the area of Social Work, Community Development, Family Studies, Women and Gender Studies or related fields Exceptional understanding of systems and resources in Winnipeg Commitment to cultural reclamation practices Strong ability to form relationships with participants in short time frames Able to communicate effectively, both verbally and written Strong understanding of harm reduction principles Proven experience in applying an anti-oppressive framework High level of self-awareness Demonstrated understanding of issues impacting the 2SLGBTQ+ community and commitment to equality and advocacy Strong interpersonal skills Ability to work calmly in stressful or crisis situations Ability to carry out appropriate record-keeping duties including case notes and data collection, etc. Ability to work respectfully and in the spirit of teamwork Current Emergency First Aid Certificate and CPR, Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Certificate, Mental Health First Aid, ASIST all considered an assetHere’s a sample of the many benefits Ka Ni Kanichihk employees enjoy:
Comprehensive Benefits including Health and Dental • Long-Term Disability • Life Insurance • Employee and Family Assistance • Training and Development opportunities • Free on-site parking • Employee appreciation events •
Candidates are required to provide a current Criminal Record Check and Child Abuse Registry Check.
This posting will remain open until the positions are filled with an on-going review of applications.
