Crisis Support Worker

YWCA NWT; United States; Remote; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a dedicated Crisis Support Worker to join their team at the Alison McAteer Family Violence Shelter. This casual overnight position involves providing essential crisis intervention and support to women and children fleeing family violence. The role requires strong advocacy skills and the ability to manage cases effectively while offering community referrals. If you are passionate about making a difference and supporting vulnerable individuals in crisis, this opportunity could be the perfect fit for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in crisis intervention and case management is essential.
• Strong advocacy skills and the ability to provide community referrals.

Responsibilities

• Provide supportive crisis intervention and case management to shelter residents.
• Assist women calling the crisis line with advocacy and community referrals.

Skills

Crisis Intervention

Case Management

Advocacy

Community Referrals

Education

High School Diploma

Relevant Certification in Social Work or Counseling

Job description

The job & tender board for Northern Canada

YWCA NWT is seeking a CRISIS SUPPORT WORKER – ALISON MCATEER FAMILY VIOLENCE SHELTER (CASUAL) Alison McAteer House is a shelter for women and their children fleeing family violence. Crisis Support Workers provides supportive crisis intervention, case management and support, advocacy, and community referrals to current shelter residents and women who call on the crisis line. This is a casual, overnight position with hours from 11:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.
Further information available at ywcanwt.ca/jobs

How to Apply

Send cover letter and resume to:
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