Summary

Formerly known as Awo Taan Healing Lodge Society, the Awake Overnight Shelter Wellness Worker is part of a dedicated team providing supportive counselling, referrals, advocacy, safety planning, and education on family violence for families staying in our 32-bed emergency women’s shelter. All programs are offered within a wholistic approach which includes traditional Indigenous Spiritual concepts and ceremonies; blended with contemporary methods.

Description

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES:

  • Responsible for intake & discharge of residents;
  • Provide immediate response to crisis calls & provide appropriate crisis intervention;
  • Provide supportive counselling services, advocacy & referrals to residents of the shelter;
  • Assist other Wellness Workers, Child Support Workers, volunteers & practicum students, when necessary;
  • Maintain accurate documentation in each resident file, including all relevant forms, referrals, phone assessments & advocacy;
  • Liaise with service providers to refer residents to appropriate resources and services.
  • Compile daily stats;
  • Maintain awareness and current knowledge of trends in services and best practices in family violence shelters in Alberta, and across the country;
  • Knowledge of Danger Assessments;
  • Ensure residents’ safety; including developing safety plans with clients and with those that call the crisis line;
  • Ability to communicate & model healthy language and behaviours;
  • Maintain confidentiality of client information in accordance with Niitoiyis Family Support Society policies;
  • Data Entry;
  • Light cleaning duties;
  • Other duties, as required by the Management Team.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Post-secondary degree or diploma in Social Work or related field with related experience;
  • Registered Social Worker or similar accreditation;
  • Understanding & knowledge of Indigenous culture and traditions, the ability to speak an Indigenous language would be an asset;
  • Knowledge of family violence & its effects;
  • Strong assessment, conflict resolution, advocacy, interpersonal, & communication skills;
  • Knowledge of community resources & programs available to support families;
  • Strong organizational skills & initiative;
  • Ability to work independently & as part of a team;
  • Competent computer skills & accurate program record maintenance;
  • Current Suicide Intervention/Prevention & CPR/First Aid training would be an asset;
  • Must provide proof of a current Police Check & Child Welfare Intervention Services Check.

Thank you for applying. Only those short listed will be contacted. Must submit a cover letter along with a resume to be considered.