Women's Support Worker - Courtenay, Canada - Comox Valley Transition Society

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Due to a bona fide occupational requirement, these positions are open to female applicants only.


Under the supervision of Darry's Place Coordinator, the Women's Support Worker works as a member of a team providing access to safe, secure, and confidential services to women and their children who are at risk of violence or have experienced violence.

Services include short-term housing, information and support for decision making referrals to other services, links affordable housing, life skills development which will move families towards life that is free of violence and thriving.


QUALIFICATIONS:


G. Education, Training and Experience

  • Diploma in Human/Social Services field.
  • Minimum one years' relevant experience.
  • Experience supporting women who have experienced violence or are at risk of violence and children.
  • Valid Level I First Aid Certificate including CPR.
  • Crisis prevention training and/or deescalation training, nonviolent intervention training.
  • Indigenous awareness training
  • Mental Health First Aid training
  • Domestic Violence safety planning
  • Substance Use awareness and safety training, including naloxone training.
  • 2SLGBTQAI+ awareness training
  • Traumainformed practice training
  • Suicide Assessment and Assistance Training
  • Staff Self Care Training
  • Motivational Interviewing Training

H. Job Skills and Abilities

  • Good written and verbal communication skills.
  • Good organization and time management skills
  • Effective interpersonal communication skills.

We are currently looking for additional Casual support.

Casuals cover vacations, sick calls and workload as needed.

Job Types:
Full-time, Casual


Salary:
$26.74-$30.69 per hour


Benefits:


  • Casual dress
  • Employee assistance program
  • Onsite parking

Flexible Language Requirement:

  • French not required

Schedule:

  • Day shift
  • Night shift
  • Weekends as needed

Supplemental pay types:

  • Overtime pay

Work Location:
In person

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