Social Services Family Search ReEngagement Worker

McMan Youth, Family and Community Services Association, Central Region•Town of Stettler, AB

11h•CA$27 - CA$31•Onsite

About The Position

McMan is a not-for-profit agency established in 1975, providing comprehensive programs across Alberta. We have earned a strong reputation for success and positive relationships, recognized as a responsive, competent, and innovative partner in service delivery. Our diverse programs and services are accessible through local offices to anyone in need. We believe that help from someone who cares should never be out of reach. Our Collaborative Service Delivery Program in Olds is seeking a Full-Time Permanent Family Search and Engagement Worker. The Collaborative Service Delivery (CSD) program is a contracted partnership between The Ministry of Children and Family Services and McMan, utilizing the Signs of Safety® approach to improve outcomes for children and families. Clients are referred to this program exclusively by The Ministry. CSD provides services to families and children requiring intervention and support to reduce risk factors, maintain safety, and increase well-being, with the primary goal of child safety. The program is focused on keeping families together and improving outcomes.

Requirements

Post secondary diploma at minimum, preferred degree directly related to Human Services from an approved institution
Required 2 years of frontline human services experience, preferred 3 years of human services work related to working with families
Proof of Membership in Professional Association (when applicable)
Knowledge of parent/child relationships and family dynamics
Basic First Aid Level C with Adult, Child, and Infant CPR &AED
Suicide Intervention Training & De-Escalation Training
Intervention Record Check & Criminal Record Check including the vulnerable sector.
Class 5 drivers license, clean drivers abstract and reliable vehicle for occasional client transportation required.
Knowledge of the Child, Youth and Family Enhancement Act

Nice To Haves

Knowledge and experience within the Signs of Safety framework would be an asset.
Preferred experience in the CS System

Responsibilities

Family Search & Engagement Services: locating parents, extended family members and other family supports with a vested interest in providing support to identified child or children.
Family Group Conferencing: including all components for FGC from locating family members, pre-conference contact, facilitation of conference and follow up processes.
Supporting children and families through a strength-based approach.
Coaching and mentoring parents.
Linking children and families with support networks.