Crisis & Support Worker

CRISIS & SUPPORT WORKER

FULL-TIME (40 HOURS/WEEK)

We are searching for a flexible, compassionate, and energetic individual to join our team!

Victim Services of Renfrew County is a non-profit volunteer-based organization which assists police and other emergency services in providing emotional and practical assistance to people who have experienced crime or tragic circumstances.

The Crisis & Support Worker will provide trauma-informed victim-centered supportive services to high-risk clients, including but not limited to needs assessments, crisis intervention, case management, and referrals.

Qualifications:

- Understanding of victims' issues and the not-for-profit sector

- Post-Secondary Education in Social Sciences (Social Work, Sociology, Psychology), Victimology, or equivalent

- Bilingual (English/French) is an asset

- Demonstrated knowledge of and experience in crisis intervention and trauma informed practice

- Proven experience supporting victims of high-risk domestic violence and sexual assaults

Position Summary:

- Under the direction of and reporting to the Executive Director, provide broad based support for the effective delivery of the Victim Services program in Renfrew County.

- This position provides direct service to people who have experienced crime or tragic circumstances.

Posting Details:

Interested applications: Please e-mail resume, cover letter, and salary expectations to ExecDir@victimservicesrenfrewcounty.ca

No phone calls please - only eligible candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Deadline to apply: April 23rd, 2024

Please view our website for a complete position description:

http://www.victimservicesrenfrewcounty.ca/home.php

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $23.00-$24.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Douglas, ON K0J 1S0: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:

• Secondary School (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-04-23
Expected start date: 2024-04-07