Job Description

Scope of the Work

The Program Worker reports to the SDCC Assistant Manager and is responsible for delivering a wide range of prevention and intervention supports by adopting trauma-informed practice, anti-oppressive, feminist, and client-centered principles in conducting client services. The program is designed to facilitate clients' access to Women's ONLY activities for learning, skills development, social connections, domestic violence (DV) & crisis counselling support.

The J4W Programming streams, designed to foster clients' access to prevention and intervention supports include:

WomenConnect:

asocial connections support including arts/crafts, celebrations & summer field trips

Cooking/Baking Class:

one day per month to promote access to healthy meals on a budget

Prep Up:

a 5-week preparatory course on essential work skills for women with CLB 2-3

Tech4Beginners:

a 5-week digital literacy course Info4Her: a theme-based group learning workshop designed to use a combination of health, parenting, financial, wellness, other life skills, and leadership sessions to empower women

Duties and Accountabilities

Women's ONLY Activities

Be responsible for using multiple outreach and promotional strategies to recruit eligible clients for enrolment and participation Ensures that the day-to-day implementation of the program is conducted in a professional and efficient manner, with attention to confidentiality and taking into consideration all forms of oppression facing newcomer women Be responsible for planning and developing activity schedules and theme-based learning contents geared toward life skills development, health and recreation, social connections, and enhanced community awareness Be responsible for organizing and facilitating weekly Women's ONLY support group meetings Using a strength-based and goal-oriented model of client services, conduct needs assessment and provide daily supports geared toward building safety, crisis prevention, crisis intervention, and general problem solving Facilitate connections for the clients to community opportunities, supports, and programs that effectively address preventative, early intervention, and secondary response support needs of the clients Document all client interactions at all stages using the approved client data management systems Implement diverse strategies for collecting client feedback, impact stories, including linking and monitoring outcomes for the purposes of program evaluation Be responsible for preparing interim and final reports (statistical and narrative) for submission, in a timely manner Using multiple service delivery strategies, including online, in-person, home visit, and telephone services, to facilitate access to programs and services Conduct client follow-up in order to collect feedback, impact stories, and record outcomes: Be responsible for recruiting/liaising with guest presenters for workshops Be responsible for tracking general office/program and cleaning supplies, and submit supply lists to the manager to ensure adequacy of stock at all times Participate in mandatory Unit meetings, staff training, and other agency events Perform any other duties related to the position and as may be required in furtherance of the objectives of the program

Required Qualifications

Education and Experience

University degree in Social Services or human services, including continuing education aimed at women-centered programs and supports 1-2 years' experience supporting vulnerable newcomer/immigrant/refugee women who experience health issues, abuse, social isolation, and economic hardships Strong understanding of issues of violence against women and a feminist practice framework Knowledge of community-based resources and services supporting individuals in navigating complex social systems Demonstrated experience delivering innovative women's programming, including outreach, workshop development, assessment, implementation, and evaluation Extensive training, education, and proven experience as they relate to violence against women, crisis intervention, and crisis management Working knowledge of harm reduction and reduced barrier practices

Core Competencies

Ability to work in a diverse and multicultural environment Ability to speak other languages is an asset Good organization and time management skills Strong conflict resolution skills and strong commitment to working as a positive member of a team Willing and open to give and receive feedback Ability to multitask and work under pressure with minimum supervision Ability to work independently, and in collaboration with others Well-developed interpersonal, teamwork, oral, and written communication skills Strong computer literacy skills (MS Office Suite), required Valid Criminal Record Check/Vulnerable Sector Search Understanding of and commitment to advancing principles of gender-based equality

Effort

Will have multiple priorities with frequent interruptions Must be able to manage well in a stressful environment, dealing with clients in crisis situations.

Other Requirements

Criminal Record Check obtained in the last 6 months

Proof of Language Ability: Required if education was completed outside of Canada (IELTS, CELPIP, or CLB-

Hours of work and schedule:

35 hours per week; Monday, Friday

Wage/Salary:

$21.63/hour plus MERCs

Employment Status:

In-Scope & Term Contract

Contract Expiry Date:

July 31, 2026

Work Location

: mainly in-office

Application Process

: Email cover letter, resume, and two direct supervisor references. Use the job title as the subject of the e-mail. We wish to advise that only those candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted.

Application contact information:

Human Resources/Operations Manager, International Women of Saskatoon, careers@iwssaskatoon.org

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21.63 per hour

Benefits:

Dental care Extended health care RRSP match
Work Location: In person