Family Support Worker II, Casual

Taproot Community Support Services; Fort McMurray; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Taproot Community Support Services is seeking a Family Support Worker to provide personalized support to families in Fort McMurray. This role includes facilitating community visits, managing service plans, and advocating for family needs. Ideal candidates will have experience in social work and a commitment to cultural respect. Flexible scheduling is required, including evenings and weekends.

Benefits

Work/life balance

Learning and career development opportunities

Paid vacation and benefits

Matching RRSP plan

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Qualifications

• 2+ years’ experience working with families.
• Knowledge of Indigenous culture is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Provide flexible support to address family needs.
• Conduct family visits and prepare reports.
• Advocate for community and family support networks.

Skills

Communication

Cultural Awareness

Advocacy

Education

Diploma or Degree in Social Work

Child and Youth Care

Tools

First Aid/CPR

Job description

The Program

Taproot Community Support Services (formerly WJS Canada) works to improve the lives of persons in their communities through a variety of programs and services.

Taproot Community Support Services provides social services to children, youth, adults and families facing difficulties. We take a personalized, trauma-informed approach to care in an environment of cultural respect and support.

The Position

The Family Support Worker works directly with families, youth, children and adults to facilitate home and community visits aimed at strengthening and preserving families. Family Support Workers convene and facilitate family care teams to provide support and ensure best outcomes. The Family Support Worker will be available on a casual basis.

Must be prepared to travel and be able to work a flexible schedule including weekdays, evenings and weekends.

**Qualification requirements deem this to be Family Support Worker level 2.**

Once hired, Casual employees are contacted to work a variety of shifts (based on availability) to cover staff illness, LOA, vacation etc. in Strong Families programs located in Fort McMurray. This position requires Union membership with CUPE 2559.

In Your Role You Will

• 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 Family Support Worker 2 job description is available upon request
• Prior to confirmation of employment, all applicants must provide a copy of a current Criminal Record Check and/or Government Screening Letter. These checks vary depending on province and sector and will be communicated by the Program Hiring Team.
  
  

As An Ideal Candidate You Possess

• 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.
  
  

What Taproot Community Support Services Does

At Taproot, your passion for helping others can truly make a difference. As an employee-owned company, we value collaboration, learning, and innovation. Our strength-based approach guides both our care and how we support each other. Join a team where your voice matters, and together, we’re building a company we’re proud of.

Our Employees Enjoy

• Work/life balance
• Learning and career development opportunities
• Competitive wages and salaries
• Paid vacation and benefits for eligible employees
• 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
  
  

For more information on Taproot Community Support Services visit our website: taproot.ca

We recognize that equity diversity and inclusion (EDI) is an important element in our work and in our day to day lives.

No telephone calls please. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be notified.