AddressDescription
Prairie Harm Reduction's Family Support Program provides community and in-home support to families who are at high risk of apprehension and involvement with the Ministry of Social Services. Full-time Family Support Workers work a rotating schedule of one week Monday to Friday 9am-5pm and one week Monday to Friday 4pm-12am. All full-time staff work one weekend every six weeks.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Work within a family home providing direct support in potentially high-risk situations
- Respond quickly to emergent needs as identified by families, community partners, and the Ministry of Social Services
- Assist parent to access services and navigate potentially threatening situations
-Think creatively to create sustainable and attainable safety plans
-Mentor parents and other caregivers on healthy parenting and coping skills
-Assist families to identify potential support networks and assist with connecting them to other professional supports
-Maintain documentation and ensure appointments are followed through with
PREFERRED SKILLS & EDUCATION:
-Must agree to Criminal Record and Vulnerable Persons Check and possess a valid Drivers License
-Bachelor of Social Work, Bachelor of Indigenous Social Work, post-secondary education in related human services field or combined work and life experience relevant to the position
-First aid and CPR
-Understanding of Harm Reduction and Trauma-Informed Care practices
-Ability to build trusting relationships with families
-Knowledge of substance use and its impact on parenting
-Knowledge of community services and agencies in Saskatoon
-Good oral and written communication skills
