Details:
A Women's Support Worker/Transition House Counsellor is needed for our team which includes working weekends and overnight shifts.
Job Summary:
The Women’s Support Worker is a member of the Transition Society team who provides supportive counselling, education, information and referrals to women one on one and in group settings.
Job Duties:
1) Provide in-house facilitated group opportunities for women in the areas of recreation, education, psycho-social-spiritual well being
Plan and prepare for in-house groups
Facilitate groups for resident women
Bring in community professionals for educational groups
Provide information and referrals
Maintain confidentiality according to Policy and Procedures
2) Supportive Counselling;
Intake of new clients
Assess suitability to program
Be non-judgmental in approach
Provide emotional support
Assist with goal setting and follow through
Provide information about abuse
Make referrals to other resources
Provide information about other resources and processes such as legal or justice system
Assist women in development of a safety plan
Address relapse prevention with recovery clients
Monitor client progress and report concerns to supervisor
3) Record Keeping;
Maintain statistical information as directed
Maintain accurate documentation in client files
Maintain accurate and up to date records of group activities
4) Maintain facility environment;
Create and maintain a safe, warm and trusting environment
Provide mediation between residents in conflict
Facilitate resident meetings as needed
Work cooperatively with other members of the transition society team
Abide by CRNITS code of ethics and philosophy
Abide by CRNITS Policy and Procedures
Maintain confidentiality according to Policy and Procedures
Maintain current knowledge of issues related to the abuse of women and children
Advocate for clients
Continue to upgrade skills through staff and professional development
Assist in orientation of new staff and training of practicum students
Attend staff meetings regularly
Complete special projects as directed by the Transition House Manager
Other related duties
Working Conditions
This position involves working in the transition house or Rose Harbour with a transient clientele. It may also include counselling, accompaniment and advocacy for women.
Qualifications & Experience:
Education
Human Service Worker Diploma or equivalent
Or
Equivalent training and experience
Experience
1 year working in community social services
Qualifications/Training
Emergency First Aid
Good communication and crisis intervention skills
Knowledge and understanding of abuse of women and children
Group facilitation skills
Requirements
Transportation
Satisfactory Criminal Record check and Criminal Record Review
Not in an abusive relationship for at least one year (at hire)