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Description

The Case Manager will work to support individuals who have been involved in a high risk lifestyle, with the philosophy of building on strengths and supporting challenges. This will require providing one on one support as well as working with various professionals and support agencies to coordinate meeting the daily living, health, financial and social needs of individuals and/or families who have been involved in high risk lifestyle. This position reports to the Executive Director/Directors.

-Bachelor?s degree in Social Work or related field of study and/or a suitable combination of training and extensive experience in working with individuals who have been involved in a high risk lifestyle
-Ability to speak a First Nations or Metis language is an asset
-Knowledge and understanding of the history of Aboriginal peoples and their socio-economic backgrounds
-An understanding of the barriers to healthy living that can contribute to higher risk for child abuse and neglect
-Possess an understanding of positive and culturally appropriate approaches to parenting
-Knowledgeable of the dynamics of living with HIV/AIDS
-Knowledgeable with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder and other cognitive disabilities
-Knowledge of both solution focused and strength based theories
-Knowledge of alcohol/drug recovery and relapse dynamics is an asset
-Awareness of the services and resources available within the community of Saskatoon
-Must be comfortable working with and providing intensive supports to families within their own homes and in the core neighborhoods of Saskatoon
-Willing and available to work non-traditional hours such as evenings and weekends
-Criminal and vulnerable persons record check
-Must possess a valid Class 5 driver?s license and own a reliable vehicle
-Must have a working knowledge of windows-based computer software programs