Casual Child Maintenance Support Worker

Sagkeeng Child & Family Services, Inc; Winnipeg; Remote; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A community support organization in Winnipeg is seeking a Support Worker to assist children and families. The ideal candidate will support youth development, facilitate community collaboration, and implement personalized support plans. Candidates must have a high school diploma, a valid driver's license, and excellent communication skills. Preference will be given to Indigenous candidates.

Qualifications

• Valid Class 5F Driver's license is required.
• Full access to a safe and insured vehicle.
• Satisfactory Criminal Record and Child Abuse Registry checks are mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Support youth in developing daily living skills.
• Collaborate with community wellness resources.
• Conduct assessments and develop support plans.
• Implement strategies to enhance family dynamics.

Skills

Excellent oral communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to write detailed notes

Education

Minimum completion of high school

Job description

Salary : 23.00

Are you looking for an opportunity to help children and families in either a small or huge way? Are you looking to gain experience to further enhance your social services experience? Whether it is reuniting families or attending cultural activities with families, Sagkeeng Child & Family Services may have that opportunity for you!

Reporting to the Support Work Program Lead, the Support Worker fosters a safe and supportive environment, with a focus on daily living skills, emotional and psychological needs. The Support Worker plays a crucial role in supporting families on their journey toward resilience and healing.

Responsibilities

• Support youth in the development of their daily living skills, based on their needs and goals.
• Collaborate with community resources focused on wellness services and support, which may include cultural teachings, mental health and addictions supports, and other services.
• Conducting assessments to identify the specific needs and goals of individuals and families and developing personalized support plans accordingly.
• Implementing strategies and interventions to promote positive family dynamics and enhance communication and conflict resolution skills.
• Monitoring progress and outcomes of support plans, adjusting strategies as necessary to ensure continued effectiveness.
• Providing in-home support services, including assistance with daily living activities, household management, and transportation.
• Fostering a safe and supportive environment that empowers families to explore and respond to their emotional and psychological needs.
• Complete and submit required service documentation, including daily logs and incident reports.
• Utilize a relationship-based approach to deescalating and responding to emergencies as they arise.
• Maintain timely and effective communication with the holistic circle of care to support the care of youth.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education / Experience

• Minimum completion of high school; or a combination of education and related experience may be considered

Requirements

• Valid Class 5F Drivers license
• Full access to a safe and insured vehicle; with a minimum of $2,000,000 liability
• Satisfactory Criminal Record, Child Abuse Registry and Drivers Abstract
• Active cellular phone

Special Skills

• Excellent oral communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to write short or detailed contact notes
• Valid First Aid and CPR Certification preferred

Sagkeeng Community members and Indigenous candidates are encouraged to self-identify.

Qualified candidates will be required to undergo a criminal record check, child abuse registry check, and a prior contact check as a condition of employment. Sagkeeng Community members and Indigenous candidates will be given preference and are encouraged to self-identify as being of Indigenous descent.

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