Job Title: FASD Key Worker
Location: Sechelt/Gibsons
Employment Type: Full-time, 6 month term.
Compensation: $39.49-$43.44
About Community Services
Since 1974, Sunshine Coast Community Services Society has
been at the heart of creating positive change for people on the Sunshine Coast.
With a legacy built on care, dedication, and adaptability, we proudly offer
over 30 impactful programs across the region. Our work spans four vital areas: Community
Action and Engagement, Together Against Violence, Child and
Family Counselling, and Family, Youth, and Children’s Services.
Guided by our core values—social justice,
interdependence, diversity, compassion, and respect—we are driven to
empower individuals and strengthen our community. We’re seeking passionate,
values-driven individuals who want to make a real difference in the lives of
others. If that sounds like you, join us and be part of our meaningful journey!
About the Role
The Key Worker provides support, information, education,
training, and intervention to the community and families of children and youth
with FASD/CDBC and related disorders. The Key Worker provides families with
opportunities to network with other parents and caregivers of children with
similar challenges and reports to the Program Lead.
What You’ll Do
- Receives referrals and provide direct outreach services
to children, youth, families or caregivers.
- Assists and supports families to interpret assessments
and provides help with necessary supports.
- Oversees and coordinates the implementation of
recommended plans and provides activities to maintain or prompt a planned
change in behaviour, functioning, or condition.
- Teaches strategies and provides information in a flexible
manner in order to increase the knowledge of parents and professionals of the
neurological nature of these disorders.
- Coordinates and/or liaisons with the assessment teams to
identify children and adolescents with FASD and similar Complex Developmental
Behavioural Conditions.
- Provides services and support in the context of a
family-centered practice.
- Advocates for children and youth.
- Stays current and informed about relevant legislation,
information, and services.
- Establishes, develops, and facilitates parent-to-parent
support mechanisms that allow for mentoring, training, education, self-help,
and mutual aid.
- Maintains records and client files, prepares reports,
administers surveys, and collects statistics, and client feedback as requested.
- Adheres to SCCSS policies and procedures and meets all
legal, contractual, financial, and other compliance requirements such as CARF.
- Participates and contributes to regular staff meetings.
- Obtains and maintains awareness of the demographic and
socio-economic variables of the community and actively works to reduce barriers
to service.
- Maintains client records and client files in keeping with
program manual and SCCSS policy.
- Support the mission, vision, and values of SCCSS
including participating in organizational-wide initiatives as interested or
asked.
- Assists with other duties as required, from time to time,
aiding with the efficient operation of the organization.
- Assists the Program Lead in creating a learning
environment for students and volunteers.
What You Bring
- Bachelor or
graduate degree in Social Work, Child and Youth Care, or related human services
field with a minimum of 2 years related experience. Or a diploma in child and
youth care or related human service field and a minimum of 3 years experience
working with children and youth affected by FASD and their families.
- Knowledge and
experience working with children and youth demonstrating behaviour
difficulties, cognitive or developmental challenges.
- Knowledge and
experience working with children and youth with FASD, Complex Developmental
Behavioural Conditions, and related disorders.
- Understanding of
the social and educational needs for the child or youth and the impact of
FASD/CDBC on their families.
- Understanding of
appropriate strategies based on a neurodevelopmental framework.
- Experience
developing and facilitating groups and training.
- Ability to
manage a complex caseload and workshop schedule.
- Flexible
schedule to accommodate appointments in the evenings and weekends.
- Demonstrated
ability to communicate with clients according to varying developmental levels.
- Knowledge of
multi-cultural issues, Indigenous families, family systems, and culturally
appropriate practices.
- Strong computer
skills in Microsoft Office suite and experience with an electronic client
records management system.
- Excellent
organizational and communication skills.
Why Join Our Team?
- Competitive and Transparent Compensation:
We value fairness and clarity in our wages.
- Comprehensive Benefits:
Employer covers 100% of health benefits and 75% of long-term disability
premiums.
- Secure Your Future:
Enjoy employer contributions to the Municipal Pension Plan (MPP).
- Generous Vacation Time:
Start with 3 weeks in your first year, increasing to 4 weeks in your second
year.
- Wellness and Flexibility:
Receive special leave annually for wellness, personal needs, and more.
- Professional Development Support:
Paid memberships for professional designations and plenty of opportunities for
growth.
- Community Impact:
Be part of meaningful work that makes a real difference.
- Team Connection: Participate in our annual
Off-Site Team Building Day with fun, engaging activities that foster
collaboration and connection.
Additional information
- A Class 5 driver’s license is required to travel to
different sites or meetings.
- Criminal Record Check (CRC) clearance is required for
working with vulnerable populations.
- This is an in-office position
How to Apply
Please include your resume as a part of your application.
We are committed to ensuring our application process is
accessible to all candidates. If you require accommodations during any part of
the application process, please contact hr@sccss.ca
“We are an equal opportunity employer and do not
discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender,
sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.”
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