Job Description

The SARAH (Sexual Assault Recovery and Healing) Program provides support to those affected by sexual violence through the SARAH Crisis Program and SARAH Counselling and Support Program. The primary responsibilities of the SARAH Counsellor Coordinator include overseeing the SARAH Program, conducting one-on-one counselling and intakes, support groups, and workshops for survivors of sexual violence and those who support survivors. Additionally, the SARAH Counsellor Coordinator supports the SARAH Crisis Program delivery, training, and volunteers.

IN THIS ROLE, YOUR FOCUS WOULD BE:

Delivery of SARAH Counselling programming including one-on-one counselling, intakes, support groups, and workshops.

Delivery and oversight of Project SMOKE (Sexual Misconduct Outreach Knowledge & Empowerment), providing support, workshops, and resources to members of CAF.

Provide advocacy to survivors as they encounter various systems, including justice, medical, and involvement with the Canadian Armed Forces.

Maintain up-to-date knowledge of appropriate community services, in order to provide information and referrals.

Complete appropriate participant case notes and accompanying materials.

Opportunity to develop programming and works closely with Executive Director to create events and craft programs.

Support of SARAH Crisis Program conducting follow-up, volunteer training, in-services, and on call coordination rotation.

Work in collaboration with existing SARAH Counsellors to further program development and expansion of Survivor's Hope services within the region, and oversee program resource allocation including purchasing program supplies, maintaining expense records, and proposing new project budgets.

Represent Survivor's Hope at a wide variety collateral agencies, networks, committees, stakeholders, and communities within region to build partnerships.

Provide direction/support to SARAH Counsellors

Coordinate events, groups, webinars, lunch & learns

Create monthly newsletter highlighting upcoming events, and recent/relevant programming

Provide support, advocacy and resource navigation to participants accessing various systems (ie legal, CFS, EIA, housing, etc)

Keep clear documentation of activities and assist in compiling program reports for funders.

Work in collaboration with Executive Director to ensure program is operating in alignment with our agreed mandates.

WHAT YOU BRING:

Relevant post-secondary education in human services or social services (ie: BA psychology, sociology, BSW, B.Ed, B. Sc, MMFT , Psych Nurse , diploma in counselling, etc. )

Additional training certificates in ASIST, safeTALK, Mental Health First Aid, Trauma-Informed Care considered an asset

Registration with applicable professional designation an asset

OR

Two-four years equivalent experience working in social services settings, additional education, knowledge, and/or training may be considered

Knowledge and understanding of the Child and Family Services Act, Personal Health Information Act and Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

Experience facilitating support groups and workshops.

Experience with the Canadian Armed Forces community an asset.

Knowledge of mental health problems and illnesses, including signs, symptoms, and treatment models

Knowledge of co-occurring disorders (addictions, mental health & trauma)

Experience coordinating services and working from an empowerment model.

Experience creating events and programs

Strong organizational skills with an attention to detail and accuracy

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Strong intersectional feminist, anti-oppressive and anti-racist analysis.

Demonstrated understanding of the social and systemic root causes of sexual violence and the context of increased risk of violence and differential impacts of trauma for specific groups

Demonstrated skills in Microsoft Office Suite (word, excel, power point).

Proficiency in online platforms including Zoom, MS Teams, and GSuite.

Ability to work independently, with indirect support, as well as contribute positively to a team.

Knowledge of local community resources would be an asset.

Valid driver's licence and access to reliable vehicle required.

Child, adult abuse check, criminal record, and vulnerable sector checks prior to start date as well as reliable reference statements are required.

WHAT WE OFFER:

Support from a diverse and qualified team of coworkers, overseen by the Executive Director and Board of Directors

A lasting reputation of quality programming and strong relationships with our many community partners

A flexible and rewarding, hybrid work experience that values a healthy work/life balance

A fiscally sound and established organization that allows for innovative program development and endless opportunities for growth

Survivor's Hope Crisis Centre (SHCC) is the only rural sexual violence resource centre serving the Interlake Eastern Region of Manitoba. SHCC supports the principles of empowerment, diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness. We encourage candidates who identify as women, Indigenous, Black, Persons of Colour (IBPoC), persons from the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, persons with disabilities and persons who experience mental health challenges to self-identify in their application. The information you voluntarily disclose will be kept confidential.

PLEASE SUBMIT COVER LETTER & RESUME TO:

Gillian Schofield, Executive Director

Email: executivedirector@survivors-hope.ca

24 Aberdeen Ave, Box 925 Pinawa, MB R0E 1L0

Thank you for your interest. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

For more information, please visit https://survivors-hope.ca/sarah/

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00-$27.00 per hour

Expected hours: 74 per week

Benefits:

Casual dress Employee assistance program Extended health care Flexible schedule Mileage reimbursement Work from home
Schedule:

Monday to Friday Weekends as needed
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Beausejour, MB