Family Support Worker

Position Summary:
The Family Support Worker will provide de-escalation and stabilization to families that are in a state of crisis and/or presenting high risk behaviors. The worker will establish and maintain a respectful, collaborative working relationship with families; providing assessment, information, modeling and teaching skills which support effective parenting and healthy family functioning. These skills include, but are not limited to, parent effectiveness, communication, boundaries, behavior management, discipline, child development, relationship building and effective problem solving relating to goals.

The Family Support Worker will provide services in crisis situations and address serious safety concerns of high risk clientele. This clientele will be provided greater hours, higher intensity and shorter time periods allowing for these safety concerns to be addressed in a timely manner. Once key results have been accomplished the Family Support Worker will shift the focus of involvement from intervention to maintenance. This is ensured through assessment and collaboration with the service team which consists of the Family Support Worker, primary caregivers/clients and the Alberta Child and Family Services Case Worker. Family Support Workers will be responsible for completing the Family Assessment Form or assisting with the Case Work Model Assessment when contracted. The Family Support Worker will also provide service within the Family Aide role as required, (please see Family Aide job description).

The Family Support Worker is accountable to the Family Intervention Program Supervisors. The Family Support Worker is eligible for Alta Care Resources Extended Benefit Plan (Level B) at the completion of the 3 month waiting period if they maintain a 20+ hour work week, Wellness days and vacations days. The Family Support Worker is responsible for completing a pre and post assessment. They will support families to access/link with relevant community resources and to provide crisis information to families who are experiencing problems dealing with internal conflict. In consultation with the family, Child and Family Services Worker (CFSW) and other service team members, a Service Intervention Plan will be developed. The plan will be reviewed with the family, CFSW and any other service team members every 90 days.

Qualifications:
* Completed Degree or Diploma in the Human Services Field
* 3 years minimum experience in Community and/or Family Support Services
* Excellent communication skills and organizational skills
* Demonstrated skills in high-stress or conflict situations
* A reliable vehicle with proof of appropriate insurance

Alta Care Resources is currently accepting and screening resumes for this position.
Please forward resumes to April Nery (780) 453-3723 (fax) or april_n@telus.net