Family Strengthening Outreach Coordinator - Maple Ridge, Canada - Maple Ridge Pitt Meadows Community Services

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Description

Outreach Services at Community Services utilizes the Family Systems perspective in providing goal directed supportive intervention services to families that are experiencing significant levels of stress or conflict, where the development of parenting strategies, child development, behavioural management and life-coping skills will have an effect on reducing stress and promoting stability.


In this position you will deliver services to children and family using both community and home-based location and will be responsible for providing assessment, goal-oriented planning and implementation services to clients.

You will aid clients in identifying, understanding, and overcoming personal/family problems by establishing and achieving realistic goals. Based on the nature of the role, a flexible schedule is required, which may include some evenings and weekends.


The Outreach Counsellor is responsible for written documentation and reporting for the funder, liaising with the supervisor, Ministry of Children and Families Social Workers and other community professionals as required.


QUALIFICATIONS

Education, Training and Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in a related human/social services field;
  • Minimum of two (2) years recent related experience.

Additional:


  • Clear Criminal Record Check is required;
  • Trauma Informed Practice training and experience;
  • Current First Aid and CPR
  • Valid and unrestricted Class 5 BC Driver's License with access to a safe, reliable vehicle;
  • Union Membership.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
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Strong team player with excellent interpersonal skills;

  • Experience working with families using different strategies;
  • Strong goal planning and evaluation skills along with demonstrated case management abilities;
  • Experience working with children, youth and families;
  • Collaborative team player;
  • Excellent written/verbal communication skills.
This is a unionized position, working 25 hours per week through to December 31, 2023. Starting rate of pay for this position is $37.55 per hour.

If this sounds like an opportunity that you would like to know more about, please submit your cover letter and resume to:


  • Our successful applicant will be informed and accepting of cultural diversity, and have the ability to work and support all people with dignity and respect. This position is open to all applicants._

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