Job Description

Company Overview

Independence Networking Service strives to empower, support, and advocate for a high quality of life and belonging alongside individuals, families, and communities.

We've been providing outreach services and programming to Dawson Creek B.C and outlying communities in the Peace Region since 1994. We have a range of services and programming.

Adults and children who have intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Children who have a diagnosed mental illness/mental health issues

that result in challenging behaviour.

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Individuals who have a dual diagnosis

(mental health issue and developmental disability).

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Individuals who have an acquired brain injury.

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We're known in the community for our work in enriching the lives of individuals and their families in a culturally sensitive way, and that all the individuals we serve are supported by individual planning that promotes person-centered thinking.

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We're structured to empower our staff and the individuals they support. Our programs are administered by teams, and there is a focus on professional competency as well as empathy for each person served. We have strong, tiered staff

development and evaluation programs.

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We're advocates for the quality of life of the individuals we support. We believe that all individuals have the right to be a contributing member of their community, so we strive to empower individuals to achieve their personal life goals in the areas of daily living, vocational, community access, and social and emotional wellness.

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We willingly share our skills, knowledge, and resources with the individuals we support and their support systems. Our expertise is often called upon to provide in-service training on subjects in the area of developmental disability, mental health disorders in children, and dual diagnosis issues.

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We network with other community organizations so that the basic needs of the individuals are met, and gaps in service can be filled.

We enjoy positive working relationships with all levels of management, social workers, resource workers, and front line staff of other agencies. That means we have a rich set of resources to meet housing and other crises that impact the individuals we support.

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We're known for the way we support all people, and we recognize each individual as being priceless. There is a foundation of compassion and care that is embraced by each individual in our organization.

Purpose of Position:

This position provides direct program delivery of goal focused training and support for children and youth who are experiencing mental health issues/challenging behaviour in home and community of Dawson Creek/Chetwynd.

Program delivery involves the provision support services that maintain or improve the social development, relationships, vocational and independent living skills, behavioural and mental health of child/youths who, for a variety of reasons may require support services.

Scope of Position:

Reporting to Independence Networking Services - Consultant, this position will involve implementation of support services for children, youth and families using a social development model and interdisciplinary approach. Support Services are tailored to the special needs and limitations of child/youths receiving services. Support Services will be delivered with dignity and in a respectful manner.

Services will be delivered ensuring the supports are aligned with our agency Mission, Philosophy, Vision, and Guiding Principles embracing the Circle of Courage and Trauma Informed models of support.

Responsibilities:

1. Community Support

Activities

Facilitates child/youth interaction to increase/enhance community inclusion

Maintains open communication with community resources, professionals and agencies

Interacts with others involved with child/youth to support the child/youths' relationships within the community.

Works closely with family members to organize and implement activities that encourage family participation/assistance.

Share resources relevant to the needs of the child/youth and family.

Provide input with the stakeholders to assist families/relatives in providing care or providing assistance for the child/youth to make appropriate living plans, resolve transition issues, or cope with other difficulties.

Advocate for supported child/youths within the mental health and criminal justice systems: attend appointments with probation, court appearances; provide documentation to support restrictive measures that will impact on health and safety for the supported child/youth.

Provide observations and input regarding effectiveness of medication and interventions in place with family and child/youths.

2. Provision of Family Support Services

Activities

Teach, mentor, and develop pro-social skills to children, youth and their families as outlined in personal goal plan.

Involve child/youth in activities in the community identified to meet his/her needs (including transportation) using non-aversive strategies.

Assist child/youth in developing a schedule that promotes functional routines within the home/school environment.

Keep a record of all contacts with child/youth/family outlining activities participated in, progress and barriers, for each visit.

Complete documentation for each child/youth: Intake reports; quarterly/monthly reports for each child/youth receiving service; and discharge reports.

Follow through with strategies in place for the child/youth that will enhance his/her skill level and increase his/her quality of life. These strategies must be introduced with sensitivity and discretion.

Ensure procedures are followed according to established standards.

If required review effectiveness of medication and support to access education regarding medication. Provide documentation to track medication side effects/effectiveness and support to monitor.

Facilitate/Co-facilitate skills groups for children and youth that enhance social interaction and coping mechanisms.

Facilitate/Co-facilitate skills groups for families/caregivers to improve relationships between parents and children/youth and increase a sense of belonging for children/youth within the family.

Support families/caregivers to increase skill levels that build resiliency within the family home and community including strategies that align with the model of positive discipline.

3. Participates as Part of an INS Interdisciplinary Team to Provide Services.

Activities

Act as a participating member of child/youth's team; fostering a positive relationship with all members.

Attend all relevant meetings and appointments for child/youth and training as requested by INS Inc.

Assist to complete intake information; develop goals as established with child/youth's team (child/youth, family, INS Consultant).

Assist to complete behavioural assessment and plans as required

Documenting and reporting any abuse or critical incidents of the supported child/youths.

Carrying out all duties in a manner that provides respect and dignity for child/youth; follow INS policies /code of Conduct at all times.

Complete annual SPOT and TARGET to clarifying career goals; participate in identification of personal training needs.

By preparing personal work plans including goals and objectives.

Qualifications:

Education and Knowledge:

- Degree in a related human / social service field (post-Secondary education or training equivalencies in the areas of trauma and addiction, developmental disability; Dialectical Behavioural Therapy; Cognitive Behavioural Therapy)

Training and Experience:

-One-year recent related experience (1-year experience in delivering behavioural support services for children and youth; at-risk behaviour; mental health issues; developmental disability; supporting families)

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-Equivalent combination of education, training, and experience

Attributes:

-Excellent Interpersonal/Communication Skills.

-Dependable, reliable, family and community focused.

-Person-centered thinking and work practice

-Valid Driver's License & Insured Vehicle.

-Valid Emergency First Aid Certificate; WHMIS

This position requires union membership and submission of criminal record background check.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $29.17 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

Casual dress Company pension Dental care Employee assistance program Extended health care Life insurance On-site parking Vision care Wellness program
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person