WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

• Position Title: Relief Family Support Worker - Emma House
• Job Type: Relief
• Department: Programs & Services
• Reports to Manager: Programs Supervisor, Emma House
  Position Overview
  We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Family Support Worker to join our team at Emma House. Family Emma House Support workers (FSW) work at our Emma House location with expectant mothers or mothers whom have recently given birth, and are experiencing homelessness. FSW’s provide emotional support, basic needs support for mothers and babies during their stay at Emma House and work collaboratively with Case Managers and other program staff.
  This is relief position, and will require availability for varied shifts, including evening and overnight shifts.

DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION:

The INN is deeply committed to building a workplace where inclusion is valued and prioritized. We welcome and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds and experiences. If you are passionate about our mission and can contribute to our team, we encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet every qualification listed. We value unique perspectives and are committed to building a team that represents a variety of talents and skills. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religious beliefs, gender, gender identity or expression, family status, marital status, sexual orientation, place of origin, source of income, mental and physical disability, age or veteran status.

• Engage with mothers and children, develop rapport, offer support and model positive, compassionate and healthy professional relationships and boundaries.
• Ensure the safety and wellbeing of all babies/children and mothers residing at Emma House; provide crisis intervention when needed.
• Oversee daily house operations, and provide responsive care that supports the daily health and wellness needs of families during their stay at Emma House.
• Work collaboratively with Case Managers to assist in connecting mothers to appropriate resources and services.
• Work closely with Program Supervisor and Case Managers to support the family case plan, birthing plan, and housing plan closer to graduation.
• Provide child-minding support when necessary.
  This position description reflects the general duties of the role, but is not intended to include all duties that may be inherent in the position. The Relief Emma House Family Support Worker may be asked to perform other duties as required or assigned.