Family Support Worker - New Westminster, Canada - Fraserside

Fraserside
Fraserside
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New Westminster, Canada

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
**POSTING # 42-ES-2023


Job Title:
FAMILY SUPPORT WORKER

Program:
FRASERSIDE EMERGENCY FAMILY SHELTER

Classification:
Grid Level 10 - Transition House Worker

Rate of Pay:
$27.29 per hour and increments in accordance with the terms of the**
Collective Agreement

JOB SUMMARY:

To provide a supportive and stable environment to assist a family unit to remain intact during a period of
crisis; The Family Support Worker participates as a team member in the ongoing operation of the shelter
and contributes to the regular upkeep and maintenance of the facility on each shift as required.


DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:


  • Minimum Diploma in the Social Services field and one year recent related experience or equivalent
combination of education, training and experience

  • Experience dealing with socially/economically disadvantaged women and families
  • Sound knowledge of social service systems and community resources
  • Valid First Aid/CPR, Non-Violent Crisis Intervention and FOODSAFE certification
  • Working knowledge of Windows operating system and MS Word
  • Familiarity with an electronic case management system preferred
  • Demonstrated ability and commitment to working effectively with diverse populations
  • Participation in training sessions addressing issues of poverty, socially/economically
- disadvantaged families, women's issues, homelessness, and domestic violence would be an asset
  • Outstanding interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work independently and flexibly within a strong team setting
  • Physically fit(able to climb stairs, carry groceries, housekeeping)
  • A high level of selfmotivation and initiative in order to effectively manage work responsibilities
  • Experience cooking for 1215 people preferred

HOURS OF WORK:
This is a
temporary part-time position, working
37.5hrs/wk. Monday to Friday

4:00pm to 11:30pm; Start and finish times may be adjusted and flexibility with hours of work is required to
meet the program needs, as determined by the Program Supervisor.
_This is a temporary position for 3 _
- **This position is open to applicants of all genders. This position requires union membership. In order to
ensure safety of the persons served and colleagues, staff working in this program are required to be fully
vaccinated for COVID-19. Proof of vaccination status is required for successful applicants for this position.

Applicants are requested to submit a cover letter and resume that
quote the posting number, provide





DATE EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POSTED:
June 15, 2023
**DATE EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY CLOSED: June 22, 2023

Fraserside is an equal opportunity employer. We thank all applicants for their interest in Fraserside. Only those
**selected for an interview will be contacted.
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