Shelter Counsellor - Calgary, Canada - FearIsNotLove

FearIsNotLove

Verified Company

Calgary, Canada

1 week ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Part time

Description

SALARY:
CAD 27.39 PER HOUR

PUBLISHED: FEBRUARY 7, 2024

EXPIRY: MARCH 3, 202
ONSITE
CALGARY, ALBERTA
PART TIME
SOCIAL SERVICES

Summary:

Shelter Counsellor -Permanent Part-time (Overnight)

Description:

Neglect, violence and abuse are life-altering, terrorizing behaviours.

This is why we became FearIsNotLove. These four words capture perhaps the most important thing you need to know about us. It's who we are. And it's what we stand for. We believe that every human has the right to live free of fearand feel safe, respected, supported and loved.

Our goal is to help people to have violence-free lives, to live without fear, and get to the ultimate outcome - love.

It's what we all want and need.

We are looking for people who want to be part of changing the conversation about domestic violence and abuse. We have evolved from our beginnings as the Calgary Women's Emergency Shelter.

FearIsNotLove creates safe spaces. We listen, we support, we encourage and we are judgement-free. We are relentless in our commitment to our clients, our communities and each other. We believe change is possible.

At our core is an uncompromising commitment to our team of talented people who believe in our mission.

We believe that when people feel empowered and safe, they are able to move forward with the best decisions for them and their family.

We are looking for a Permanent, Part-Time Shelter Counsellor to work in our Client Services Program. This is a permanent part-time union position working 26.25 hours from Friday to Sunday from 11: PM to 7:45 AM

As a Shelter Counsellor, you will not only act on behalf of your client, but in your role, you will contribute to your team by consulting and working with staff and volunteers to facilitate the integration of all programs which clients may participate in, including child support, outreach, and other programs.

You will provide telephone support through our crisis line and ensure callers are assessed for agency programs, or provided with appropriate community resources.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING
Provide crisis counselling (individual and/or group counselling)
Maintain case files daily
Develop safety plans

- ensure residents feel safe at all times; screen phone calls, use electronic security systems, and meet daily to get to know each client and support them through their challenges

Ensure daily notes are updated and that documentation is prepared for the new day.
WHAT YOU BRING TO OUR MISSION
Diploma in Human Services or B.S.W. or B.A. in Social Science (preferred).
A minimum of two (2) years' previous experience in any of the following areas is required: domestic violence, Children's Services, homelessness, or addictions/mental health issues.
Previous experience working within Scott Miller's Feedback Informed Treatment is an asset.
Knowledge of, or experience with, Allen Wade's Response Based Practice.
Discretion, tact and ability to maintain confidential information.
Selfmotivated with strong selfmanagement ability is essential.
Team work philosophy of collaboration and cooperation is required as it is necessary to coordinate the involvement of other colleagues on the team and throughout the agency.
Strong communication skills (oral and written) in English. A second language would be an asset.
Demonstrated effective and engaging interpersonal skills.
Strong organizational skills with strengths in prioritization and efficiencies.
Able to multitask and adapt to various situations.
Keen attention to detail and strong work ethic.
Previous experience with administrative duties.
Must be comfortable with clientcentred approaches and who are familiar with the responsebased approach (Dr. Allan Wade and Dr. Linda Coates) and Feedback Informed Treatment (Dr. Scott Miller)

IMPORTANT DETAILS YOU NEED TO KNOW

Ongoing training and development is a required condition of this position.
A criminal records search and an intervention record check are conditions of employment.
If eligible for registration with a professional body, registration must be current.
In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.
Effective January 1, 222 being fully vaccinated against Covid19 is condition of employment.
This is a unionized position.

CLOSE DATE:
This position will remain open until filled.

We regret that we are unable to accept telephone inquiries