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Laichwiltach Family Life Society has an opening for a Family Support Worker, Elders Support Worker in the Campbell River area.
Salary: $30 per hour
Hours per week: 28 hrs. per week
Start date: TBD
Qualifications & Experience
Qualifications:
• Family Support Certificate, Human Service Diploma/Certificate or related field.
• 1-3 years of experience in social services or family support area
• Knowledge of relevant legislation (e.g., Child, Youth and Family Services Act).
• Understanding of trauma-informed care, mental health, and addiction issues.
Skills, Abilities & Experience
• Experience and knowledge in working as a Family Support Worker is an asset
• Experience in working with children & youth and families and elders
• Experience in doing outreach support, goal setting with families and individuals
• Able to effectively communicate both written and verbal
• Maintains professional standards of practice
• High degree of resourcefulness, flexibility, and adaptability
• Good organizational, time management and prioritizing and documentation skills
• Ability to work in a team environment and independently
• Cultural Sensitivity to children & youth family's needs
• Valid driver's license & own vehicle