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Employer Job Number: GO-00553863-1
Facility: CO-MANAGED
Job Description: This position will research, develop, co-ordinate and deliver community-based services for children who witness violence and their families.  This position will deliver education/awareness to clients and community at large on issues for children who witness violence.  This position will make connections with other community agencies and partner with them to provide co-facilitators and venues for services. It will assess children and families for program suitability and refer clients to appropriate additional services as necessary.  It will maintain appropriate records, develop an evaluation plan and provide regular reports regarding the services.  Clinical supervision will be provided by the Team Leader - Mental Health & Addictions Services  La Ronge.

Education:
Bachelors  degree in Social Work is required

Licensing/Registration:
Eligible for registration with Saskatchewan Association of Social Workers

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

-    Knowledgeable and skilled in evidence-supported Western conventional as well as effective traditional and cultural approaches to mental health and wellness in Aboriginal children, youth and their families
-    Ability to speak Cree would be an asset.
-    Experience working in a cross-cultural setting is a definite asset
-    Knowledge of human development and family dynamics relating to family violence, trauma, addiction and poverty is essential
-    Specific understanding of child and youth mental health issues is required
-    A wide range of counselling skills are required in working with children, youth and their families
-    Knowledge of crisis intervention strategies
-    Knowledge of  programming  for children who witness violence is required as well as the skill to develop /evaluate these programs consistent with latest research (Best Practices )
-    Know
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