Job Order Detail

Description

Hours:      35 hours per week, flexible field hours        
Location:    Ministry of Social Services Yorkton Boundary Area        
Start Date:     Oct 7, 2024
The Family Preservation Worker focuses on providing supports and services to vulnerable and at-risk families, through flexible and intensive home visitation, referrals and collaboration with other community services, so to assist the family to develop the skills necessary to keep children safe and to keep the family intact when it is possible to do so. This position will collaborate with members of an interdisciplinary team to plan, implement, coordinate, and evaluate client care and support in consultation with individuals and their families.
Why work for SIGN?
    Contribute to others and the community
    Work/life balance; Paid day off once a month
    Health and dental plan; Pension Plan; Professional development opportunities
Expectations:
    Effective interpersonal and communication skills
    Provide a high standard of care and support for clients
    Schedule, prepare for and attend regular in-home visits with families
    Provide relevant resources, education, opportunities, motivation and support using a strength-based approach
    Assist with or provide transportation if needed
    Refer to and coordinate with other agencies as required
    Complete reporting standards
    Adhere to confidentiality and safekeeping of clients files and records
    Observe program and organization policy and procedure and OH&S standards

Qualifications, Experiences and Requirements:
    Post-secondary education in a human service related field or an equivalent combination of work experience and education
    Valid Drivers License and a safe, reliable vehicle
    Minimum two-years experience working with children and families
    Experience in case management, documentation and file maintenance
    Recent (6 months or less), clear Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check