Family Services of Central Alberta Looking for Parent Child Assistance Program Mentor at Red Deer, AB Full Time

Position Description: Parent Child Assistance Program

Mentor

Number of Hours: 17.5 hours per week

Salary: 23.36-24.06 per hr

Position starts: March 1st 2023

Contact: Judy Scott

[email protected]

Family Services of Central Alberta is a non-profit agency who assists individuals

and families to maintain dignity, enhance autonomy, and strengthen relationships

through supportive programs and excellent human services. We believe that the

family is the most important resource to the individuals within it. As an employer,

we are looking for an individual with high personal accountability, a strong

commitment to the delivery of an outstanding quality of service for the individuals

and families we see. In turn, we are committed to investing in your well-being by

providing opportunities to learn, grow and be inspired to be the best you can be.

Job Summary

Family Services of Central Alberta is currently recruiting a highly professional and

independent individual for a part-time Mentor opportunity working with families in

our Parent-Child Assistance Program (PCAP). The PCAP program is an

intensive home visitation relationship based service that has demonstrated

successful outcomes. The PCAP program involves collaborative work with

community resources including such strategies as substance use, treatment,

planned pregnancies and parenting programs.

Qualifications

Knowledge of addictions, mental health, F.A.S.D, and child development

Experience working with substance use/addictions, families and children

or equivalent combination of education and work experience

Education in Social Services or related field

Demonstrated ability to effectively engage with high-risk mothers and their

families

Ability to conduct interviews covering extremely sensitive and confidential

issues

Ability to problem solves in crisis situations

Work efficiently and independent in the field with supportive supervision

Strong organizational and time management skills

Strong communication skills

Teamwork is essential

Ability to prioritize

Technology oriented –ability to learn program specific data bases

Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle

Valid Criminal Record Check and Child Intervention check

If you are passionate about helping families, are educated, experienced and want

to make a difference in your community – we want to hear from you!

Please send in your resume and cover letter to [email protected]

Note: Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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