Social Services Family Development Worker
About The Position
McMan is a not-for-profit agency that has been operating since 1975. McMan provides a range of comprehensive programs across Alberta. Earning a sound reputation from success stories and positive relationships, McMan has become well known for being a responsive, highly competent, and innovative partner in service delivery. A diverse range of programs and services are accessible through local offices across Alberta to anyone who needs help. Our Family Development Program located in Rocky Mountain House is seeking a: Full-Time Temporary Family Development Worker. The Family Development Program provides caring and professional family support to help develop positive family relationships by teaching parenting, living, communication and behavior management skills. This program helps children, youth and parents struggling with a variety of issues. Clients are referred to this program from their local Children Services office.
Requirements
- Diploma at minimum, preferred degree directly related to Human Services
- Required 1 year 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 with the vulnerable sector
- Class 5 driver’s license, clean drivers abstract and reliable vehicle for client transportation
- 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
- Knowledge and understanding of Indigenous Culture considered an asset
Responsibilities
- Supervise Visits between children and biological family
- Youth Work and Engagement including connection with Natural Supports
- Connect Families with community supports, including family advocacy and support
- Support Cultural Engagement and Learning
- Family Assessment and Intervention
- Coaching/mentoring parents
- Life skills training
- Facilitating Case Conferences and Family Support Network Meetings
Benefits
- extended health care
- dental
- vision
- Travel Reimbursement at $0.57/KM
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
