The Social Worker under the direct supervision of the Pregnancy Outreach Program Coordinator will work as a part of a team to provide integrated support services to pregnant and new families with a focus on healthy pregnancy, healthy babies and the transition into parenthood.

Duties will include:

· Provide individual support, resources and information to pregnant people and new families

· Apply trauma-informed practice to provide culturally sensitive consultation, and referrals for identified health and lifestyle risks related to pregnancy, childbirth, and the postnatal period

· Plan information sessions for drop-in programs in conjunction with the

nutritionist coordinator

· Assist and facilitate a weekly drop-in group for the Pregnancy Outreach program

· Assist and facilitate a weekly Postpartum Depression & Anxiety Peer Support Group

· Provide services such as in-home visits and transport clients to and from appointments, as necessary.

· Assist families in connecting with NOFCS programs such as Mental Health, Family Support & Father’s Support, Early Childhood Development and other community programs as needed.

· Network and liaise with community agencies and resources.

· Cultural knowledge and understanding of Indigenous families

· Ability to work independently and as a team. Be reliable and self-motivated.

· Must have good organization, communication and conflict resolution skills

· Ability to work in fast paced environment often dealing with family crisis situations.

· Flexible work hours (evening groups as needed ex. Prenatal classes).

· Assist in evaluation of programs and services offered through the Pregnancy

Outreach Program as requested by the nutritionist coordinator.

· Other duties, as required.

Qualifications

· A Bachelor of Social Work is preferred; or a combination of a social work or human service diploma and 1 year work experience.

· Experience with group facilitation and supporting families

· Good knowledge of breast-feeding management, pregnancy, childbirth, and infant development

· Good knowledge and understanding of postpartum depression and anxiety

· Valid BC Driver’s license, reliable vehicle, and clean driver’s abstract

· Must consent to criminal record check (vulnerable sector) with RCMP and provide a satisfactory criminal record check.

· Valid First Aid Certificate and Food Safe Certification

· Experience with Microsoft Office Suites (word, excel, etc.)

· Indigenous ancestry and Indigenous cultural knowledge preferred.

· Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

What we Offer:

Wage $28.00 - $30.00 per hour

Group benefits including extended health, dental, and vision

Flexible work hours

Casual dress

Paid Personal Days

To apply: Submit resume and a cover letter to:

Annette Madsen

Office Manager

Email:

Only those selected will be contacted for an interview. No phone calls. Closing Date: until filled.

Job Type: Part-time

Ability to commute/relocate:

VERNON, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person

North Okanagan Friendship Center

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