FASD Post-Diagnostic Resource Navigator

Lakeland Centre for FASD; Town of St. Paul; On-site; CAD 48,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Three weeks vacation

Training and professional development

Health and dental benefits

Employee Assistance Plan

Pension plan

Flexible schedule

Vehicle use compensation

Job summary

The Lakeland Centre for FASD is seeking a FASD Client Resource Navigator to join our outreach team. This role provides case management to individuals and families, requires travel, and supports families and schools in applying recommended interventions after diagnosis.

You will stay current on trends and best practices in human services and FASD, maintain confidentiality, and document activities according to policy.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in a human services field or equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant experience.
• Minimum three (3) years of related community-based experience.
• Culturally competent.
• Demonstrated experience in maintaining a high degree of confidentiality and setting appropriate professional boundaries.
• Advanced verbal and written communication skills.
• Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office including Outlook and Word.

Responsibilities

• Assist families/caregivers, agencies, schools and communities to best meet the child’s needs post-diagnosis.
• Support families/caregivers to follow through with the recommendations developed by Diagnostic Team.
• Connect families/individuals with community support services.
• Assist schools and/or community agencies in developing program and problem-solving strategies to meet the child’s needs.
• Strengthen family and client advocacy skills.
• Provide education and training to parents, caregivers, support persons and community support services with whom the child is involved.
• Apply policy and follow organizational procedures.
• Completion of program required documentation, including continued conversations of informed consent and rights with clients.
• Gather and maintain statistical information.
• Facilitate promotion of FASD Outreach and other LCFASD programs including presentations at conferences, workshops, in-house trainings or attending local interagency.
• Attend community events as required.

Skills

Non-judgmental attitude

Leadership

Planning & organization

Collaboration & communication

Accountability

Innovation

Problem-solving

Advocacy

Flexibility

Conflict resolution

Education

Human services education

Job description

The Lakeland Centre for FASD is seeking a FASD Client Resource Navigator to join our outreach team. This role provides case management to individuals and families, requires travel, and supports families and schools in applying recommended interventions after diagnosis.

You will stay current on trends and best practices in human services and FASD, maintain confidentiality, and document activities according to policy.