Job Description

This is a blended position based out of Whitecourt AB (35hrs/wk)

The Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) Mentor provides in-home, one-on-one mentorship to individuals who may be prenatally exposed to alcohol. You will support the client to build and maintain a healthy lifestyle, including developing life and social skills, while supplying support, collaboration, and system navigation across multiple sectors.

The Parent-Child Assistance Program (PCAP) Mentor provides in-home, one-on-one mentorship services with a focus on reducing or stopping alcohol and/or drug use during pregnancy. You will work, utilizing a harm reduction approach and encourage healthy pregnancies, when applicable, and support overall wellbeing. You will also assist in the strengthening of caregiver-child relationships, promotion of healthy childhood growth and development outcomes, and encourage safe home environments.

You will have a role in enhancing the capacity of the community to prevent Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder through awareness and prevention activities.

What you'll do:

Travel to families' homes in Whitecourt, Mayerthorpe, Lac St Anne County, Woodlands County

and surrounding areas to provide service

Establish trusting relationships with clients, their family, and support network

Assess strengths and needs in order to help create service plans and strategies to support the healthy development of the family/client

Work utilizing a strength based, relational, harm reduction approach

Utilize screens, assessments, and observation to guide service plan

Provide confidential, emotional, and practical support to parents and caregivers

Connect families/clients with other service providers and resources to improve their health and well-being

Advocate, as necessary, for clients to obtain the necessary supports for an improved quality of life, including basic needs, health, housing, transportation, legal, and income supports

Document all activities accurately and according to procedure

Transport clients to access services if necessary

Qualifications:

Compassionate with a positive and empathetic approach to others

Diploma in Social or Human Services, with relevant experience or equivalencies considered an asset

Experience working with individuals and families with complex needs

Knowledge and awareness of FASD considered an asset

Respect for the diversity of cultural differences and beliefs

Knowledge of community resources

Understanding of how to set professional boundaries

Ability to maintain computerized files and documentation

Current Child Welfare Record Check and Criminal Record/Vulnerable Sector Check

Valid driver's license, with a reliable car, will be required

Healthy Families Healthy Futures offers a competitive benefits package, caring work environment, and opportunities for on-going training and professional development. Wage will be dependent on a combination of education and experience.

Please submit your resume and cover letter to main.office@hfalberta.com. This competition will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00-$25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 35 per week

Benefits:

Casual dress Dental care Extended health care Flexible schedule Paid time off Wellness program
Work Location: In person