Family Support Worker, Casual
- Lac La Biche, AB
- $25.00-33.39 per hour
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Provide flexible and responsive support to address children, youth, family or caregiver needs.
- Oversee and manage service plan goals and objectives.
- Provide care though individual program plans while respecting choices, decisions and needs of families.
- Establish trusting relationships with families to assist them toward development of interpersonal communication skills, daily living skills, and other areas of interest.
- Accommodate and respect cultural, social and religious heritage.
- Collaborate and/or work as team with community systems (i.e. school), specialized service providers, volunteers and extended family members.
- Conduct family visits in the community and is available for evening/weekend visits and/or on standby as required.
- Prepare and submit reports as per specifications and deadlines.
- Adhere to protocols that relate to abuse and appropriately reports safety concerns.
- Advocate minimizing risks and promote opportunities to maximize and/or enhance community, family and individual support networks for individuals.
- Represent Taproot with professionalism and respect within our communities.
- Adhere to ethical/professional standards, perform all program activities in accordance with Taproot policies and procedures as well as program specific policies, Children and Family policies, accreditation and core standards
- Knowledge of Indigenous culture is beneficial.
- A detailed job description is available upon request
- 2+ years' experience working with families.
- Student currently enrolled in a Diploma or Degree program in Social Work, Child and Youth Care, Early Childhood or related Social Sciences or Human Service
- Other combinations of education and experience may be considered.
- Class 5 Alberta Driver's License, appropriate insurance and clear Drivers Abstract (free of DUI, distracted driving, multiple speeding tickets)
- Reliable vehicle with backseat for transporting children in care seat (supplied)
- Computer skills - required for emailing and document preparation, as all files are electronic
- First Aid/CPR and Suicide Intervention certificates or attend employer-provided training
- Preference will be given to applicants of Indigenous ancestry who walk in the traditional ways of life and being with strong cultural ties to the community. Indigenous language skills are an asset.
- Work/life balance
- Learning and career development opportunities
- Competitive wages and salaries
- Paid vacation and benefits for eligible employees
- Defined benefit pension plan (Municipal Pension Plan) for eligible employees within British Columbia
- Matching RRSP plan for eligible employees within Alberta
- Professional development opportunities and job-related training
- Employee and Family Assistance Program
- Long Service Milestone rewards
- Employee referral bonus program
Our commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment is unwavering. We believe that varied backgrounds and experiences fuel innovation and success. As an equal-opportunity employer, we prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion across all operations. We're seeking candidates passionate about contributing to our multicultural teams and enriching our workplace with their unique insights and cultural sensitivity.
We encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply and join us in fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment.No telephone calls please. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be notified.