Family Enrichment Worker

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Overview:

We are seeking compassionate Indigenous individuals to join our agency, specializing in Group Youth Care and Family Reunification. As a Family Enrichment Worker, you will play a critical role in providing essential care and support to individuals from varying backgrounds and life experiences. We make a meaningful impact in the lives of those we support, from youth ranging 0-18 years of age, to families in need of support before returning to their communities.

Schedule: 9-day rotation : 8-hour shifts for 6 days followed by 3 days off on a repeating rotation. Shift options are 7am-3pm, 3pm-11pm, and 11pm-7am.

Core Duties but not limited to:

• Collaborates with multi-faceted team to develop and employ strategies to attain goals of growth with clients according to their Healing Plans
• Utilizes culturally sensitive support to clients experiencing crisis
• Recognizes signs of dysregulation and provides intervention using compassion
• Assists with daily routines and activities while promoting personal growth through teachable moments
• Builds strong rapport with every client while maintaining professional boundaries
• Inspires and builds upon client interests and strengths
• Helps prepare meals following an in-house meal plan when required
• Maintains a clean and safe environment for all, including light housekeeping
• Completing of Critical Incident reports, documenting and transport to/from for appointments and community outings.

Experience:

• Prior experience in group homes, youth work, or social services is preferred
• Strong attention to detail and empathy towards people
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

We recognize and welcome all qualified applicants. If selected for an interview, you will be contacted by email and/or phone.

Candidates with backgrounds in or current studies of Social Work disciplines and/or Child and Youth related fields are strongly encouraged to apply.

A recent Criminal Background Check with Vulnerable Sector (CRIM) and an Intervention Record Check (IRC) are required to begin work. The CRIM can be obtained through your local and municipal police service. The IRC can be obtained through steps here: https://www.alberta.ca/obtain-a-child-intervention-record-check

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.00-$25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 24 – 40 per week

Additional pay:

• Overtime pay

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Dental care
• Discounted or free food
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Flexible schedule
• Life insurance
• Mileage reimbursement
• On-site parking
• Vision care
• Wellness program

Flexible language requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: In person