Caseworker - Fine Option - (Term, Part-time) #2024021
at John Howard Society of Saskatchewan
Saskatoon, SK, Canada -
Start Date | Expiry Date | Salary | Posted On | Experience | Skills | Telecommute | Sponsor Visa |
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Immediate | 31 Jan, 2025 | USD 20 Hourly | 31 Oct, 2024 | 2 year(s) or above | Mental Health,Poverty,Crisis,Non Violent Crisis Intervention,Microsoft,Government Agencies,Management Skills,Outlook,Excel | No | No |
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Description:
Position: Caseworker
Program: Fine Option
Position Type: In-scope
Employment Terms: Term, Part-time (Approx. 10 - 18 hours, each week)
Duration: ASAP - March 31, 2025. May be extended or become permanent.
Position Location: Saskatoon, SK
Vacancies: 1
Apply By: 11:59 pm (CST), November 9, 2024
JOB SUMMARY:
Under the supervision of the Program Manager, or designate, the Caseworker will be responsible for helping clients register and complete their applications to the Fine Option Program.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ASSETS:
- Working knowledge of the Mission, Vision and Values of the John Howard Society of Saskatchewan.
- Working knowledge of the characteristics of disadvantaged persons.
- Working knowledge of Restorative Justice and Harm Reduction practices.
- Understanding and commitment to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Calls to Action.
- Excellent communication, organizational, interpersonal, and time management skills.
- Exceptional writing and case management skills.
- Strong verbal skills and the ability to communicate professionally.
- Resourceful, flexible, and well organized.
- Professional, responsive, and a positive work attitude.
- Ability to make sound, timely, and accurate judgment while navigating crisis.
- Ability to work independently.
- Must maintain a positive and confidential relationship with clients, other staff, businesses, and government agencies.
- Demonstrate empathy for those impacted by the Criminal Justice System.
QUALIFICATIONS: A COMBINATION OF THE FOLLOWING:
- University Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and/or minimum 2 year of practical experience working with individuals impacted by socio-economic issues including homelessness, trauma, addiction, mental health, poverty, and the child welfare system
- Computer skills with emphasis on Microsoft 365 (SharePoint, Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.).
- First Aid, ASIST, Non-violent Crisis Intervention would be considered an asset.
- Preference a Valid Saskatchewan Driver’s License, insurable to drive clients using JHSS-owned vehicles.
- Cleared Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector Check, dated no later than three (3) months prior to your start date.
- Requires flexibility and should be able to work varying shifts
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: The above statements reflect general details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job and shall not be construed as the detailed description of all work assignments that may be inherent to the position.
Your past doesn’t need to define your future. JHSS requires a Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector Check for all eligible employees, though the presence of a criminal record will not alone preclude employment and will be investigated to determine the circumstances and the relevance of the convictions for the position being considered in accordance with any applicable legislation
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Responsibilities:
- Help clients register and complete applications to the Fine Option Program.
- Interview and register all persons referred to the local office under the Fine Option Program.
- Proactively solicit new applicants and community partnerships.
- Locate appropriate placement for program participants.
- Monitor placement agencies to assure their suitability for the program, and client satisfaction.
- Develop and expand a list of suitable placement agencies.
- Ensure that all billings and statistics are maintained accurately and promptly forwarded to the Provincial Office and to funders.
- Assist in office duties and Fine Option billing.
- Perform other related duties as needed.
REQUIREMENT SUMMARY
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Saskatoon, SK, Canada