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Haven Family Connections strives to provide preventative support to families who are at-risk of losing custody of their children. We work from a family-centred, harm reduction perspective that prioritizes the parent/child relationship and recognizes the impact of historic trauma on families.
The Haven Family Support program is an in-home support program for families who are struggling to overcome barriers to their success. We seek to support parents through increasing parenting skills and advocacy in order to reduce family breakup. We are currently seeking two full-time Family Support workers. Family Support workers are responsible for providing education, guidance, coaching and skill development to parents through regular home visits (potentially remote visiting if there is COVID risk).
The successful candidates will have experience and knowledge in child development, non-physical discipline, harm reduction and trauma informed care. This position requires exceptional communication skills, and demonstrated ability in case documentation and reporting.
Health benefits and matched pension are part of this position
QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum of 2 years post-secondary education in a related field;
Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
Competency in computer skills;
Familiarity with systemic barriers faced by vulnerable families;
Knowledge of and belief in harm reduction philosophies;
Knowledge of positive parenting theory;
Frontline experience working with vulnerable families or children
The successful candidates will have availability Monday Friday; 8am to 6 pm and have the use of a personal vehicle. Criminal Record Check, vulnerable sector is required.
Essential Skills
- Working with others
- Problem solving
- Critical thinking
- Finding information
- Computer use
- Continuous learning
Transportation/Travel Information
- Own vehicle
- Valid driver's licence
- Travel expenses paid by employer
Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)
- Child and Youth Care Worker (CCW/CYW) Diploma
- Human Services Diploma
- Non-violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) Certificate
Work Setting
- Social service agency
Security and Safety
- Bondable
- Basic security clearance
- Criminal record check (abstract)
- Child abuse registry check
- Child welfare check
Target Groups or Clients
- Families
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