Wood's Homes
Location
Calgary, Alberta
The Family Support Counsellor provides in-home support, school liaison, and community coordination to children and families. They are responsible for conducting assessments, providing parent skills training, and intervening in crisis situations to ensure family safety.
Candidates must hold a degree in Human Sciences, Childcare, or a related field. A minimum of two to four years of experience working with families and children, along with a valid class 5 driver's license, is required.
We're a not-for-profit mental health centre based in Calgary, with locations across Alberta. Our mission is to build good mental health and well-being so everyone can thrive in their community.
Completes program related assessment process and jointly establishes goals and areas of focus. Advocates for the family and in that role supports the development of a network of resources with the family, community and other involved professionals while teaching the families how to advocate for themselves. Provides parent skills training in addition to supportive individual and family counselling. Attends to the safety of all family members by intervening directly in crisis situations and providing follow-up care as required. Participates in weekly supervision, case reviews, clinical rounds, and team meetings in order to ensure the delivery of effective Family Support services. Reports workplace hazards, unsafe or unhealthy conditions, or incidents (including near misses, injuries, or equipment damage) to their direct supervisor. Performs other duties as assigned.
Degree required in one of the Human Sciences, Childcare, or a related field. Minimum two (2) to four (4) years’ experience working with infants, children and/or adolescents, and families. Family and in-home support experience preferred. Case Management experience is preferred. Must have a full, non-GDL class 5 driver’s license and own transportation. Personal suitability. Why choose us. We are committed to a workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We empower and are advocates for our employees by welcoming, respecting and valuing their unique perspectives, backgrounds and experiences. At Wood’s Homes we embrace each other’s differences and strive to learn and grow from them. We sincerely thank all applicants for their interest in this position; however, only those moving forward in the selection process will be contacted.
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