Fasd Key Worker - Surrey, Canada - Pacific Community Resources Society

Pacific Community Resources Society

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Surrey, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Key Worker (FASD specialization)

FYI Program - Surrey

Regular Full Time (35 hours/week)

Grid 23 ($ $42.15/hour)

Closing Date:
May 24, 2024 at 4:30pm

Supervisor: Chantelle Fontaine, Team Lead Family Counselling Programs

Opportunity

Pacific Community Resources Society seeks a parttime Key Worker specializing in Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder/Complex Developmental Behavioural Conditions (FASD/CDBC). The Key Worker and Parent Support Program supports Surreybased families with youth aged 12 to 18 with confirmed or suspected FASD/CDBC. Program staff provide participants with education and information specific to the needs of the child and family and offer emotional and practical support. Key Workers strive to empower the family to become their own best advocates for their child. The Key Worker provides regular parent/caregiver support groups and communitybased training on FASD/CDBC. Understanding Indigenous Cultural Safety, family and community systems, family counselling and advocacy skills are essential. Flexible Hours may be required to accommodate family support needs and group meetings.

Qualifications

Key Workers will possess a bachelor's degree in Social Work, Counselling Psychology, Education (Special Education) or Nursing from a postsecondary institution of recognized standing and five years related experience, or equivalent education and experience may be considered.
Excellent knowledge of/experience with FASD, Community services and public presentation.
Sound knowledge of/experience with case management, family counselling and support theories
Must be registered with the B.C. College of Social Workers or the appropriate registering body.
Criminal record check including the vulnerable sector
Valid BC driver's license with business insurance use
Use of own vehicle (mileage is paid)
Driver's abstract must be submitted

Additional Assets

Experience working in social services and group facilitation
Ability to connect with youth and excellent communication skills
Community development skills and experience

Who We Are
***Pacific Community Resources Society (PCRS) is a large not-for-profit agency that serves the some of the most vulnerable people in our communities from Vancouver to Hope. We work with youth and vulnerable adults in the areas of education, employment, housing, substance use and mental health, and youth and family support services. We are CARF Accredited and a Certified Living Wage Employer.

Our Vision - Everyone thriving in strong, healthy communities

Our Mission - To inspire healthy and inclusive communities through leadership and collaboration.

Our Values - Advocacy, Diversity and Inclusion, Empowerment, Service Excellence, Stewardship, Well-being

We are grateful to operate on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territories of the xwm əθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh), Qw'?ntl'en (Kwantlen), se'mya'me (Semiahmoo), sc̓əwaθən məsteyəxw (Tsawwassen), q̓ic̓əy (Katzie), kwikwəƛ̓əm (Coquitlam), qiqéyt (Qayqayt), máthxwi (Matsqui) and Stó:lō Nations.

We Offer

Equitable Base Pay
Generous paid vacation time, personal time, sick time; additional paid time off for life events
Additional paid holidays, ex. Easter Monday, Boxing Day
Extended health, prescription, dental & vision care plan, with 100% Employer-Paid Premiums
Disability and Life Insurance Coverage
Employee & Family Assistance Program including preventative health & counselling
Membership in the Municipal Pension Plan with generous employer contributions
Flexible schedules and earned time off program
Fullday agency orientation and extensive training, with regular ongoing performance evaluations
Inhouse digital and classroom learning opportunities; staff funding for professional development
Opportunities to use your voice & participate in committees on policy, wellness, safety, EDI, etc.

- _ Eligibility will vary depending on terms and role requirements - details for this posting will be provided on request._