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Sanctum 1.5 is a non-profit organization that provides transition care & support. We serve pre/postnatal women living with or at high risk for HIV/AIDS who may also be affected by mental illness, addictions, poverty, and homelessness.
The Community Coordinator will case manage & support graduates of Sanctum 1.5 program for up to 12 months. Will work collaboratively with community partners to facilitate mental health, addictions, physical and other psychosocial care, and supports are provided. Coordinator will work with clients to maximize favorable client & infant outcomes and enhancing life and parenting. Provide therapeutic counselling to clients with multiple challenges affecting the success of parenting their child(ren). Provide support with life and parenting skills in a home and in community setting.
Care Coordinator Requirements & Responsibilities:
The successful applicant will demonstrate knowledge of:
Bachelor of social work and work-related experience.
Cultural sensitivity
Understanding challenges related to HIV, vertical transmission and care of infants born to HIV+ women.
Understanding of neonatal abstinence syndrome
Understanding of the challenges regarding child welfare involvement in vulnerable populations
Harm Reduction & Trauma and Violence Informed Care.
Extensive understanding of addiction and recovery
Child Protection Act
knowledge on Community agencies and related supports
Clear communication skills, teamwork, and relationship building.
Ability to advocate, problem solve and work in a fast-paced environment.
Strong Decision-making in varying situations
Ability to work field hours.
Vehicle & Drivers license are required.
Key Responsibilities
Charting & Documentation
Connect with community agencies and provide referrals as needed.
Actively engaging clients in Sanctum & Community
Provide individual support and facilitate case planning.
Ensuring safety of mothers and babies who graduate in community.
Essential Skills
- Working with others
- Problem solving
- Decision making
- Critical thinking
- Job task planning and organizing
- Finding information
- Computer use
Additional Skills
- Perform administrative tasks
Specific Skills
- Act as an advocate for client groups in the community
- Serve as a member of an interdisciplinary team working with a client group
Work Setting
- Health care institution
- Community service organization
Client Population
- Social assistance recipient
- Female
- Child
Area of Social Work Specialization
- Health
- Community development
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