Parent Child Assistance Program Mentor - Red Deer, Canada - Family Services of Central Alberta
Description
Position Description:
Parent Child Assistance Program
Mentor
Number of Hours: 17.5 hours per week
Salary:
per hr
Position starts:
March 1st 2023
Contact:
Judy Scott
Family Services of Central Alberta is a non-profit agency who assists individuals
and families to maintain dignity, enhance autonomy, and strengthen relationships
through supportive programs and excellent human services. We believe that the
family is the most important resource to the individuals within it. As an employer,
we are looking for an individual with high personal accountability, a strong
commitment to the delivery of an outstanding quality of service for the individuals
and families we see. In turn, we are committed to investing in your well-being by
providing opportunities to learn, grow and be inspired to be the best you can be.
_Job Summary _
Family Services of Central Alberta is currently recruiting a highly professional and
independent individual for a part-time Mentor opportunity working with families in
our Parent-Child Assistance Program (PCAP). The PCAP program is an
intensive home visitation relationship based service that has demonstrated
successful outcomes. The PCAP program involves collaborative work with
community resources including such strategies as substance use, treatment,
planned pregnancies and parenting programs.
_Qualifications _
Knowledge of addictions, mental health, F.A.S.D, and child development
Experience working with substance use/addictions, families and children
or equivalent combination of education and work experience
Education in Social Services or related field
Demonstrated ability to effectively engage with high-risk mothers and their
families
Ability to conduct interviews covering extremely sensitive and confidential
issues
Ability to problem solves in crisis situations
Work efficiently and independent in the field with supportive supervision
Strong organizational and time management skills
Strong communication skills
Teamwork is essential
Ability to prioritize
Technology oriented -ability to learn program specific data bases
Must have a valid driver's license and reliable vehicle
Valid Criminal Record Check and Child Intervention check
If you are passionate about helping families, are educated, experienced and want
to make a difference in your community - we want to hear from you
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