04/10/2023
EMILY MURPHY CENTRE IS HIRING!
Position: Outreach Worker/ Volunteer Co-Ordinator
General: The purpose of the position is to support the women and children of the facility and in the community, as they reestablish themselves living violence free.
What the Emily Murphy Centre can offer you:
Supportive, busy and enjoyable environment
Competitive Salary
Benefits and compensation for travel and on-call
Paid training
Being a champion for women who need you
QUALIFICATIONS:
BSW/BA in social work or related field, SSW from accredited college, or combined experience and education
experience working with victims of violence in the areas of abuse, sexual assault, shelter or second stage housing
sound theoretical and practical knowledge of violence against women/gender-based violence and related issues
training and experience in the provision of counselling services for women and children, both with individuals and groups
demonstrated skill in client assessment, family court navigation, safety planning, advocacy, and recording in highly sensitive and confidential situations
Willingness and ability to travel to meet clients in their home or in the community
experience and comfort speaking in public
sound knowledge of Perth County resources
experience recruiting, training and scheduling volunteers
proven ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
enhanced computer literacy
superb time management skills
valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle
recent (3 months) criminal records and vulnerable sectors check ( must be fully vaccinated for COVID 19)
SERVCE RESPONSIBILITIES: (Reporting to the Executive Director)
conduct entrance/ exit interviews with women and children
liaise and co-ordinate community services for clients of the centre
work with women and children to develop and re-assess safety plans at move out and in the community
speak to individuals and groups regarding EMC services
provide on-going support and contact for families that have left EMC
provide individual and group counselling for women that have experienced violence
to develop and maintain written program outline and components
recruit and maintain a volunteer base for the centre
provide rotational on-call duties
provide supervision for students
schedule, recognize and organize volunteers as necessary
to develop and maintain a statistical reporting/evaluation system
compile and complete accurate case notes
general office duties
be available for day and evening shifts and for special events
to adhere to agency goals, philosophy, policies and procedures
perform other duties as directed by the Executive Director
Interested applicants should forward their cover letter and resume to [email protected] by April 4, 2023. No phone calls, please.
