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Family Support Worker prevents children from coming into care and assist families to mitigate challenges keeping children in care. Family Support Worker assists families with self esteem, personal growth, parenting, anger management, suicide intervention, healthy relationships, life skills and any other issues identified in the families needs.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
Knowledge of the Child and Family Services Act
Knowledge of Ministry of Social Services (MSS) policies and Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) policies
Knowledge and experience in assessments and case management
Knowledge of family trauma in family systems
Knowledge of Big River First Nations culture and language
Able to make decisions while working under pressure
Able to work effectively on computer programs (Redmane, Outlook, Word, Excel, etc)
Able to work individually and work collaboratively as part of a team
Able to upkeep records / files according to agency standards
Must have excellent reading and writing skills for reporting
Must have Structure Decision Making (SDM)
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Maintain a clear Fit for Duty Test
Maintain a clear Criminal Check and a clear Vulnerable Sector Check
Maintain a class 5 driver's license and a reliable vehicle
Maintain Confidentiality must sign an Oath of Confidentiality annually
Preference given to Aboriginal Ancestry under E-96 of the Human Rights Code
WORKING CONDITIONS
Office Hours: Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Office Location: Big River First Nation, SK
Working non-standard hours (holidays, evenings, and weekends) is required
Travel is required
High stress workplace due to tight deadlines and heavy workloads
Exposure to trauma informed content as it relates to Child Welfare