Community Outreach Worker - #380708

How to Apply?:

Cover Letters and Resumes labelled Community Outreach Worker- CSC reintegration, can be emailed to *************@str8-up.ca and ************@str8-up.ca STR8 UP appreciates everyone who does apply; however only those selected for an interview will be notified. Please no phone calls.

Employer Name:
STR8 UP

Employer Address:
Map it
226 Ave V South
SASKATOON,SK
CANADA
S7M3E3

Contact Name:
Jolene Morris

Contact Phone:
306.244.1771

Description

STR8 UP is hiring a fulltime Community Outreach Worker, to work within the Federal institutions (i.e., Saskatchewan Penitentiary, Willow Cree Healing Lodge & Okimaw Ohci Healing Lodge etc.). This job will be based out of Prince Albert, SK.

Responsibilities include:
Develop positive working relationships with Elders, Chaplain, CSC staff, within the prison system Conduct sharing circles in facilities and meet with members in group settings for fellow-ship and programming Conduct intake, ongoing case planning and self-assessments with new member
Maintain intake, case planning and attendance and referral records Advocate in justice, corrections, social services and other sectors for community supports Provide one-to-one life skills and problem-solving counselling Accompany and support members attending important appointments
Assist in obtaining essentials to community living: Identification, financial assistance, housing, education, employment etc...
Arrange access to spiritual and cultural practices to support healing Help maintain family contact during incarceration and in the community
Arrange and assist in addictions programming
Qualifications and Qualities
At least 5 years justice sector experience
B.A. or equivalent education and experience