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Position Summary:

The ARCC Social Worker is as a member of a multidisciplinary team providing inclusive services to adults and youth who have been affected by sexual assault/abuse and or domestic violence. The Social Worker provides trauma informed services, support, crisis intervention and stabilization techniques.  The Social Worker also facilitates therapeutic groups, provides educational presentations and will participate in community development initiatives undertaken by ARCC.

Requirements:

• Provide supportive counselling, advocacy and case management

• 2 years’ experience working in the violence against women (VAW) sector preferred

• Co-create and co-facilitate support groups

• Encourage skill building that leads to enhanced health and wellness

• Educate community service providers and other stakeholders on issues related to violence against women

• Network with community partners

• Maintain confidentiality of clients

• Assist with maintaining and updating social media platforms

• Ability to provide virtual care

• Maintain accurate client files and collect statistical information

• Computer literacy and experience with Microsoft Office

• Attend team meetings as appropriate

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Social Worker or post-secondary education in the social services field

• Registration with a provincial governing body an asset

• Training in trauma assessment and counselling

• Understanding of gendered violence

• Knowledge of community resources

• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills

• Strong leadership and group facilitation skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle

• Up to date CPIC and COVID Vaccinations

We thank all applicants for their expressed interest; however, only applicants selected

for an interview will be contacted.

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