community and social services worker
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FAMILY GROUP CONFERENCE COORDINATOR
Posted on
June 27, 2024
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Employer details
Department of Social Development
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Social Development FAMILY GROUP CONFERENCE COORDINATOR(SOCIAL WORKER 3)INVENTORY CENTRAL OFFICE ¿ FREDERICTON (Tele-work is possible) The Department of Social Development is seeking Social Workers who are eager to improve programs for children, youth and families. This competition will be used to establish an eligibility list for current and future positions to work as a Family Group Conference Coordinator in various locations across the province..A strong capacity to build relationships, engage family and those individuals important to a child and youth; believe in family strengths and decision making and strong facilitation skills are foundational for these positions. Do you believe in the strengths of individuals and families and want to share your knowledge and expertise to improve outcomes for children and youth? Do you believe in the rights of children and youth to have relationships with people who care about them? Are you convinced families can find solutions to their problems and are you committed to partnering with the larger family and community to build supports around a child/youth. Do you believe in supporting children/youth in having their voice heard and understood when their families face challenges. And, are you dedicated to working with zone staff, in a new way, giving training and coaching on the principles of Family Group Conferencing. Do you embrace the Social Work Code of Ethics in how you work? If these qualities describe you, then we want YOU to come and be a part of our team! As a successful candidate you will be a member of a dynamic team that values respect, trust, and builds on strengths and collaboration. The team is dedicated to continuously learning and expanding supports for children and youth in order to have better outcomes for children, youth and families. Responsibilities include; Organizing and facilitating Family Group and Immediate Response conferences; working collaboratively with families and stakeholders to engage them in a process to develop safety and permanency plans for the child or children. Working with individuals to overcome fears and concerns related to the process, communicate sensitive and complex messages and to explain parameters related to confidentiality. Handling crisis situations that may arise during a conference Expanding the family and commynity supports and those that are significant relationships for children and yoiuth Partnering with zone staff providing training and coaching on Family Group Conferences and other collaborative approaches. Other duties may be assigned as necessary as programs evolve to align with the Child and Youth Well-Being Act along with the strategic direction of the program area. ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS: Master's Degree in Social Work with a minimum of three (3) years' experience in child welfare or related work experience OR a Bachelor's Degree in Social Work with a minimum of five (5) years' experience in child welfare or related work experience OR Currently working as a Social Worker for the Department of Social Development with a Master's Degree and a minimum of three (3) years' experience in child welfare or related work experience OR currently working as a Social Worker for the Department of Social Development with a Bachelor's Degree and a minimum of five (5) years' experience in child related work experience.ASSET QUALIFICATION: Preference may be given to candidates that demonstrate:Participated in a family group conference as a social worker or a supervisor.Written and spoken competence in English and French is required for some vacancies while other vacancies require written and spoken competence in English. Please state your language capability.Applicants must clearly demonstrate the essential qualifications to be given further consideration. Please ensure that preferred language for assessment is identified on your resume. OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Working evenings, weekends, and variable hours. Applicants must have their o
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LocationFredericton, NB
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SalaryNot available
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Terms of employment
Full time
- Start date
Starts as soon as possible
- Source
CareerBeacon
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Advertised until
2024-07-27
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