Family Preservation Wellness Centre Support Worker

USCO; Canada; Hybrid; CAD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

USCO is seeking a Family Support Worker for the Family Preservation Wellness Centre in Yukon. Reporting to the Manager, you will provide wrap-around support to Yukon First Nations’ women and families experiencing violence, homelessness, substance use, and mental health challenges, helping them achieve stability and self-sufficiency.

You will connect clients with resources, assist with case planning, coordinate services, and collaborate with community partners to empower families toward safety

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in social work, social sciences or relevant field and/or equivalency obtained through course work and/or experience.
• A minimum of one years’ experience working in a social services environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide wrap-around support to Yukon First Nations’ women and families experiencing violence, homelessness, substance use, and mental health challenges, to empower them toward stability and self-sufficiency.

Education

Post-secondary education in social work, social sciences or relevant field

Job description

Family Preservation Wellness Centre Support Worker

Job Summary: Reporting to the Manager of the Family Preservation Wellness Centre, the Family Support Worker is responsible for providing wrap-around support to Yukon First Nations’ women and families experiencing violence, homelessness, substance use, and mental health struggles, to empower them, provide resources, and guide them towards stability and self-sufficiency.
Screening Criteria: Post-secondary education in social work, social sciences or relevant field and/or equivalency obtained through course work and/or experience. A minimum of one years’ experience working in a social services environment.