Caseworker Generalist - Calgary, Canada - McMan

McMan

Verified Company

Calgary, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Caseworker Generalist - Floater Position

Full Time Position (40 hours/week)

Term Position: 12 months

McMan Calgary & Area

(Internal/External)

McMan Youth, Family and Community Services Association of Calgary & Area is a responsive and innovative organization making a difference in the lives of more than 3000 vulnerable children, youth, and families annually.

We support children, youth and families with complex needs that can include mental health issues, addictions, homelessness, poverty, and disability by providing them with the services and supports they need to thrive.

McMan exists because we believe in everyone's deep and infinite worth. At McMan, no matter who you are, we will always walk with you. In everything we do, we will be humble and bold. Through these actions, we will be receptive, relevant, relational, and real with our community.

McMan has an exciting opportunity for a
Caseworker Generalist position to support multiple programs within our organization. These programs support caregivers with children 0-18 years and youth aged 15-24 years of age and adults.

This position will be allocated to specific programs where there is an existing staff vacancy and will provide short-term support to youth, adults and families.

Within each program the role will look slightly different and is intended to be flexible and responsive in meeting the various needs of the respective program or client demographic.

There is the potential for this position to become permanent should a vacancy become available in a specific program.

Hours of Work:

Shifts will vary and could be a combination of days, evenings, nights and weekends depending on where the greatest program need is determined.

Diploma/Degree in Human Services
3 or more years of direct experience working with both families and youth is an asset
Direct experience working with children, youth, adults and families from diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds
Experience working with at risk individuals experiencing complex needs (domestic violence, mental health, addictions, homelessness and Children's Services status)
Strong working knowledge of child/youth development and parenting skills
Strong working knowledge of housing first, homeless sector and harm reduction
Insight and understanding related to trauma, grief and loss
Understanding and ability to work with numerous social service systems, community and professional resources
Solid written, organizational and case management skills
Strong interpersonal, problem solving and critical thinking skills
Knowledge of the Natural Supports Framework would be an asset
Current standard First Aid Certification, Suicide Intervention Training, Current Police and Child Intervention checks
Valid Driver's license and adequate insurance coverage.

McMan provides benefits including Personal days, health and dental benefits within the first month of employment, with a plan that includes vision, dental and prescription drug coverage and an Employee Assistance Program.

Salary Range:
$52,615.00 to $58,461.00

Closing Date:
July 14, 2023

We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Type:
Contract