Contract until March 31, 2027 with the possibility of extension.

CONDUCT INTAKE AND EXIT INTERVIEWS, DEVELOP CASE PLANS, KEEP CASE NOTES, MEET WITH WOMEN REGULARLY TO PROVIDE SUPPORT AND GUIDANCE

LIASE AND COORDINATE SERVICES FOR CLIENTS

WORK WITH WOMEN TO ACCESS AND NAVIGATE SUPPORT SYSTEMS AND RESOURCES

PRIOITIZE WORKLOAD/TIME MANAGEMENT

PARTICIPATE IN LOCAL COORDINATION NETWORKS

FACILITATE PSYCHO-EDUCATIONAL GROUPS

COMPLETE SAFETY PLANS AND RISK ASSESSMENTS

MAINTAIN MONTHLY STATISTICS

ON-CALL RESPONSIBILITIES ON A ROTATION

GENERAL OFFICE DUTIES AS PER THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

ADHERE TO ALL AGENCY POLICIES AND PHILOSOPHIES INCLUDING FEMINISIM, DIVERSITY AND INTERSECTIONALITY

Qualifications

BSW/BA in social work or post-secondary schooling in a related field plus experience.

Experience working in the area of gender-based violence working with adults

Sound theoretical knowledge of gender-based violence, intersectionality and diversity

Training and experience in the provision of counselling services,



both with individuals and groups – knowledge and practice of trauma and violence informed care

Knowledge of social housing practice and referral processes

Demonstrated skill in risk assessment, safety planning, advocacy, community outreach, crisis counselling and recording in highly sensitive and confidential situations

Knowledge of Perth County resources

Exceptional oral and written communication skills

Enhanced computer literacy

Recent criminal reference and vulnerable sectors check (less than 3 months)

Job Type: Full time

Pay: $50,000.00 per year

Benefits

- Casual dress
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- On-site parking
- Paid time off

Application question(s):
- Tell me about your knowledge and practice of Trauma and violence informed care, please.

Education:
- Bachelor's Degree (required)

Experience:
- Gender based Violence: 1 year (required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Women's Advocate (Stratford)
🏢 The Emily Murphy Centre and Supervised Access Programs
📍 Stratford