Job Order Detail

Description

Program:      Family Preservation Program
Hours:      35 hours per week, flexible field hours        
Location:    Ministry of Social Services Yorkton Boundary Area        
Start Date:     January 6, 2025
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, to assist families 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
    Employer Paid Health and Dental Benefits (excluding LTD)
Expectations:
    Able to communicate complex and sensitive information
    Provide a high standard of care and support for clients
    Schedule, prepare for and attend regular in-home visits with families
    Provide resources, education, opportunities, motivation and support
    Assist with and provide transportation if needed
    Refer to and coordinate with other agencies as required
    Complete reports in a quick, efficient and accurate manner
    Adhere to confidentiality and safekeeping of clients files and records
    Observe 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 of 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