Are you looking for an opportunity to help children and families in either a small or huge way? Are you looking to gain experience to further enhance your social services experience? Whether it is reuniting families or attending cultural activities with families, Sagkeeng Child & Family Services may have that opportunity for you!

Reporting to the Support Work Program Lead, the Support Worker fosters a safe and supportive environment, with a focus on daily living skills, emotional and psychological needs. The Support Worker plays a crucial role in supporting families on their journey toward resilience and healing.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support youth in the development of their daily living skills, based on their needs and goals.
• Collaborate with community resources focused on wellness services and support, which may include cultural teachings, mental health and addictions supports, and other services.
• Conducting assessments to identify the specific needs and goals of individuals and families and developing personalized support plans accordingly.
• Implementing strategies and interventions to promote positive family dynamics and enhance communication and conflict resolution skills.
• Monitoring progress and outcomes of support plans, adjusting strategies as necessary to ensure continued effectiveness.
• Providing in-home support services, including assistance with daily living activities, household management, and transportation.
• Advocating for the rights and well-being of individuals and families, ensuring they have access to resources and services that meet their needs.
  
• Fostering a safe and supportive environment that empowers families to explore and respond to their emotional and psychological needs.
• Complete and submit required service documentation, including daily logs and incident reports.
• Utilize a relationship-based approach to deescalating and responding to emergencies as they arise.
• Maintain timely and effective communication with the holistic circle of care to support the care of youth.
• Other duties as assigned.
  

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• Minimum completion of high school; or a combination of education and related experience may be considered

REQUIREMENTS

• Valid Class 5F Driver's license
• Full access to a safe and insured vehicle; with a minimum of $2,000,000 liability
• Satisfactory Criminal Record, Child Abuse Registry and Drivers Abstract
• Active cellular phone
• Proof of double Covid-19 Vaccination

SPECIAL SKILLS

• Excellent oral communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to write short or detailed contact notes
• Valid First Aid and CPR Certification preferred

Sagkeeng Community members and Indigenous candidates are encouraged to self-identify.

Qualified candidates will be required to undergo a criminal record check, child abuse registry check, and a prior contact check as a condition of employment. Sagkeeng Community members and Indigenous candidates will be given preference and are encouraged to self-identify as being of Indigenous descent.