Full-Time
Family Service Worker
Posted on Oct 08
Bridges Family Programs Association Of Southeastern Alberta
Medicine Hat, AB
Personal Suitability
Initiative; Effective interpersonal skills; Flexibility; Team player; Excellent oral communication; Excellent written communication; Client focus; Judgement
Type of Community or Social Service
Child welfare; Socio-economic needs or conditions (housing, nutrition, unemployment, financial assistance)
Work Location Information
Rural area; Work in employer's/client's home; Urban area; Remote location; Various locations
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities Fast-paced environment; Work under pressure
Transportation/Travel Information
Own transportation; Own vehicle; Willing to travel regularly; Valid driver's licence; Travel expenses paid by employer
Security and Safety
Child welfare check; Driving record check (abstract); Criminal record check
Target Audience
Adolescents; Families; Children; Aboriginal groups; Persons who are deaf/hard of hearing; Persons with physical disabilities; Persons with mental health disabilities; Persons with Acquired Brain Injury (ABI); Persons with learning disabilities; Persons with an intellectual disability; Females; Males
Specific Skills
Obtain information and prepare reports or case histories; Appraise clients' needs or eligibility for specific services; Assess client's relevant skill strengths and development needs; Conduct follow-up assessments; Provide suicide and crisis intervention; Maintain program statistics for purposes of evaluation and research; Develop, co-ordinate and implement the delivery of specific services within the community; Assist clients/guests with special needs; Liaise with other social services agencies and health care providers involved with clients; Accompany clients to appointments and social outings
Experience Experience an asset
Education
College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 yearsor equivalent experience
Languages English
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