mna
Family Preservation and Reunification Worker
Edmonton, Alberta · Full-time
Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 20 days ago
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About the role
- This position follows a 28-day rotating schedule.
- Shifts include a combination of day and evening hours, Monday through Sunday, including a rotating weekend schedule.
- The schedule rotates every four (4) weeks, with scheduled days off built into the rotation.
Responsibilities
- Work collaboratively with FRP Primary Leads to deliver therapeutic, targeted supports and services to all clients/families.
- Work with FRP Primary Leads to help execute the client/families' weekly plans, achieve their program goals, and meet their reunification trajectories.
- Provide coaching and direct support to families, to target goals and objectives identified as priorities by parents/caregivers, stakeholders, and CFS.
- Provide consultative support for clients/families including coaching, mentoring, guiding, and supporting families by providing strategies, targeted intervention, and recommendations in the home, school, community, and various natural environments.
- Assist Primary Leads in maintaining the service and support plans of the persons served and attend quarterly review meetings as appropriate with internal and external stakeholders.
- Perform administrative duties such as preparing contact notes, maintaining daily task logs, completing routine inspection sheets, 24-hour clean-up notices, and forwarding incident reports to Primary Leads for review and sign -off, as well as other documentation as requested by the Associate Director of Family Care.
- This position requires excellent interpersonal communication skills and problem-solving abilities to effectively develop and maintain programs.
- A proven track record of building collaborative partnerships with a variety of internal and external stakeholders, including government, industry, service providers, and community.
- The opportunity to work for the Otipemisiwak Métis Government under its newly ratified Constitution and be an instrumental part of the largest Indigenous Government in Canada as it rapidly grows and develops.
- This hands-on role supports parents and children involved with Children and Family Services, using trauma-informed, culturally grounded approaches that honor family strengths, resilience, and community knowledge.
Requirements
- Minimum of 2-3 years' experience working in a Human Services role.
- First Aid with CPR Level C is required within three months of hire.
- Medication Administration Certification is required within one month of hire.
- Must be willing to travel throughout Edmonton and work irregular hours.
- Must have a valid Class 5 Driver's License, operational vehicle, and proof of insurance and vehicle registration.
- Administer medications to clients/families, including infants, children, teens, and adults, as required.
- Other duties as required or assigned.
- A strategic thinker and problem solver who can anticipate challenges, determine required outcomes, and use innovative approaches to develop a supportive relationship with residents.
- Staff are required to maintain open availability to accommodate operational needs.
- Post-Secondary education in Social Sciences, Health Sciences, Social Work, Psychology, Early Childhood Education, Child and Youth Care, Human Ecology, Addiction Studies, or a related field is required.
- Acceptable attainment and annual maintenance of a Police Information Check with a Vulnerable Sector Check and an Intervention Record Check is required.
- Indigenous Awareness Training and Training in Trauma Informed Care is an asset.
- Previous experience working with Indigenous families/children is an asset.
- Other Requirements
- Ability to work flexible hours including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Compensation
- Acceptable attainment and annual maintenance of a Police Information Check with a Vulnerable Sector Check and an Intervention Record Check is required.
Benefits
- Meaningful work in a fun and supportive work environment.
- A comprehensive benefit package and employer contributions to Pension Plan.
- Generous time off policies.
Company info
- The Family Preservation and Reunification Worker position requires motivated, coachable, and organized individuals who enjoy being part of a diverse team and have a passion for working with Indigenous children and families.
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