NEIGHBORHOOD IMMIGRANT SETTLEMENT WORKER-WPG MB Full Time - $36,981 to $46,309 annually (A private, accredited, not-for-profit agency dedicated to strengthening families and building supportive communities) Family Dynamics Inc. is hiring a Neighborhood Immigrant Settlement Worker. This is a five (5) month term position which will extend from October 26 to March 31, 2014 (possible extension pending funding). The Neighborhood Immigrant Settlement Worker will provide settlement assistance to newcomer families living in the Tuxedo/River Heights/Fort Rouge areas of the city. He/she will work out of the Tuxedo Family Resource Centre (Unit 1-225 Doncaster Avenue) to assist newcomer families to integrate into their community and life in Canada. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Outreach and engagement of newcomer families within the catchment area. Conduct comprehensive needs assessments of newcomer families. Provide resource information, advocacy, information and referral to community programs & services. Promote awareness of newcomer issues within the broader community. Organize and facilitate events and programs in response to identified community needs, i.e. English Conversation Circles, citizenship tutoring, etc. QUALIFICATIONS: A minimum of 2 years related experience. Well developed interpersonal and problem solving skills. Understanding of the settlement process and issues related to the immigrant/refugee experience. Ability to engage families and provide emotional support. Ability to work flexible hours; some evening work required. Ability to keep accurate records and write reports. Successful completion of Child Abuse & Criminal Records Checks. Valid driver’s license & car an asset. Please submit your resume in confidence by September 23, 2013 to: Carol Billett, Clinical Supervisor Family Resource Centres Family Dynamics Inc. 401-393 Portage Avenue, Wpg. MB. R3B 3H6 [email protected] Telephone: (204)947-1401 Fax: (204)947-2128 Visit our website at familydynamics.ca Family Dynamics is an equal opportunity employer Posted Sept. 5, 2013
Posted on: Thu, 05 Sep 2013 14:03:39 +0000
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