OPEN COMPETITON
The Piwapan Wellness Centre is inviting applications for the following Full-Time Term (ending March 31, 2025 with possible renewal dependent on funding) position based out of the Piwapan Wellness Centre in La Ronge, SK:
Family Violence Outreach Worker
The Family Violence Outreach Worker (Off-Reserve) is responsible for providing a broad range of support, education, and crisis intervention services to individuals affected by (or likely to be affected by) interpersonal violence with the goal of guiding clients to a path of self-sufficiency that includes transfer of knowledge, strength, healthy habits, tools for change, and the confidence to make informed choices.
The suitable candidate will be able to perform the following duties:
- Utilize identified assessment and case planning tools to assess client's support needs and determine case plan;
- Establish a clear case plan, and work with clients to set goals and monitor the progress towards those goals;
- Assist clients in setting up appointments and filling out forms in relation to their needs;
- Identify required supports and other critical client needs (i.e., Childcare) for clients to meet the goals of their case plan;
- Offer transportation to necessary appointments;
- With the client's permission, provides referral services to supports that cannot be offered internally;
- Provide support and non-judgmental listening to clients as they navigate through whatever challenges they are facing;
- Build and maintain a network of positive working relationships with other community service providers, community groups, etc. to develop programming, coordinate program delivery, ensure effective referrals and a good continuum of care;
- Provide monthly progress reports to Supervisors, Board Members, and Funders to make all parties aware of program activities and relevant statistics;
- Assist with the planning and execution of community events and campaigns;
- All other work-related duties as assigned by Immediate Supervisor.
The suitable candidate will possess the following qualifications:
- Completed post-secondary education, preferably in Social Work, Human Justice, or another relevant human services field;
- At least 2 years' experience in a human services field;
- A combination of education and experience may be considered;
- Ability to speak and understand the Cree and/or Dene language is an asset;
- Knowledgeable on resources within the community & methods of access;
- Must possess a Valid Class 5 Driver's License;
- Must provide a satisfactory and recent; Vulnerable Sector Check.
Date of Posting: March 28, 2024 Deadline: Until Suitable Candidate is Found
To apply, please submit a cover letter and resume including three (3) references, one from your most recent/current employer, to the following:
Human Resources Office Phone: 306-425-3909
Piwapan Wellness Centre Fax: (306) 425-3911
Box 888 E-mail : [email protected]
La Ronge, SK. S0J 1L0 Website : https://piwapan.bamboohr.com/careers
NOTE: Please be advised applications received without the proper documentation shall not be considered. In the cover letter, please indicate permission to contact references. Your references should be people who you reported to and had direct supervisory authority over you. Also, please provide your Vulnerable Sector Check with your application.
PWC thanks all interested applicants; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.