Outreach Worker - Dol-Mar Manor

Who are we?

With over 40+ years of experience The Lloydminster Interval Home Society’s MISSION ‘evolves to provide safety, support and education through opportunities that empower all individuals in the communities we serve’. Through our VISION ‘A Community where all individuals experience safe connections, and lifetimes of well-being’ and guiding VALUES of ‘Respect, Integrity, Compassion, Accountability and Trailblazing’ the Lloydminster Interval Home Society is dedicated to our clients and community by ‘Giving Hope a Space to Grow’. At LIHS our Mission, Vision and Values, is foundational to our services and is essential for all staff to include in their daily work.

Why Choose the Lloydminster Interval Home Society?

We are looking for the next outstanding team member–YOU–. Joining LIHS you will be a part of our team, to enrich and strengthen the Residential Program through your knowledge, energy, and innovation. As you thrive and grow in our inspiring work environment, you will act as an “agent of change” contributing to the empowerment and wellbeing of the women and children we serve.

You will add to the supportive and healthy work culture, your career growth and professional development will be valued, and you will be offered a competitive wage and be included in our recognition programs. As a Full-time employee, you will have access to an attractive health/dental benefit plan, paid flex/wellness days and earn 3 weeks vacation per year accumulated at a rate of 1.25 days immediately upon hire. At LIHS we work and lead through our Core Values and require successful candidates to be familiar with these as we hire, review, develop and reward our people.

Position Overview

As the Outreach Worker – Dol Mar Manor, you will be responsible for supporting women and children in the LIHS transitional housing program who are seeking to move forward from the experience of relationship/family violence. In this role you will promote self-empowerment, wellbeing and goals through individualized support plans, services, and programming. In addition, you will also be responsible for maintaining the daily operations of Dol-Mar Manor. Your ability to build supportive connections along with your energetic, positive, and professional approach will enable you to multi-task and respond to diverse needs in this demanding and rewarding role. As well, your proven communication and interpersonal skills along with your strong ability to work as an effective team member will ensure your success at LIHS.

As an Outreach Worker, you will:

• Develop and maintain an active residential and outreach caseload; process referrals, identify and update resources/referral sources.
• Support increased safety, wellbeing, and empowerment through case management services, encourage women to identify their own strengths, needs and goals, create support plans/goals, connect to community resources, and advocacy.
• Maintain a continuum of support through 1-1/ group sessions and informal engagement.
• Maintain timely, accurate, factual, and professional documents in accordance with LIHS policies and procedures.
• Contributes daily to maintain a high standard of health, cleanliness, and safety in all areas of the facility. Complies with all emergency processes and risk management.
• Works collaboratively with referral partners to promote seamless services to clients and enhance partnerships with referral organizations
• Facilitates weekly life skills programming and develops/implements client-wellness activities.
• Maintains a strong communication linkage with other LIHS service areas, identifies opportunities for collaboration and client support

POSITIONS AVAILABLE:

Full-Time, Permanent Position: 8-hour shifts.

Schedule: Daytime, evening, weekday, weekend shifts

Personal Suitability:

· Possess common-sense decision-making skills and confidence in problem solving.

· Ability to work effectively and efficiently in an ever changing, high demand environment.

· Professional and approachable – a people person.

· Understand the importance of self-care, modeling positive life and coping skills.

· Multi-task oriented, possess a positive attitude and work ethic; willingness to help wherever needed.

Experience and Competencies:

• Diploma or degree in a human service field is preferred, but a combination of related training and experience will be considered.
• Extensive knowledge in interpersonal violence, trauma-sensitive practices, knowledge of strategies and support for wellbeing and empowerment is a must.
• Ability to work within a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and an on-call rotation is required.
• Effective documentation and efficient use of Office 365.
• A valid driver's license combined with a 3-year clean driving history.

If this post describes you, please apply with a COVER LETTER and RESUME by December 15th, 2023. Describe what makes you the best candidate for this opportunity in your cover letter. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. We encourage you to apply!

Copy and paste link into browser to learn more about our organization and benefits:

https://intervalhome.org/joinourteam/

Job Types: Full-time Permanent

Salary: $22.00-$27.06 per hour

COVID-19 considerations:

Lloydminster Interval Home Society has a range of COVID-19 safety measures in place to protect the well-being of staff, volunteers, and the public.

Work Location: In person

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $22.00-$27.06 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Flexible schedule
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Wellness program

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Lloydminster, SK S9V 2C7: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

• Are you available for after hours, on call and flexible work hours?
• Do you have a clean driver's abstract with a minimum of 3 year's driving and insurance history?
• Do you have a solid understanding of family violence, gender based violence and the impact of trauma? Define your understanding.
• Do you have a post- secondary education in a Human Services program?

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2023-12-15