Job
description
Calgary Communities
Against Sexual Abuse (CCASA) is the primary sexual violence service provider
for Calgary and surrounding areas. CCASA is looking to hire individuals to be
part of the Sexual Assault Response Team (SART). This is an on-call casual
position that provides 24-hour support to individuals who have recently
experienced a sexual assau
lt. We are looking for dynamic and flexible
individuals who are able to work independently within a multi-disciplinary
team.
Responsibilities of the Sexual Assault Crisis
Worker include:
• Responding to and
supporting disclosures of sexual abuse/assault in a professional and supportive
manner
• Completing thorough assessments regarding suicide risk , domestic violence,
children at risk and shelter safety
• Providing crisis support, information, advocacy and referrals
• Working collaboratively with professionals from other disciplines
The successful
applicant will have the following qualifications:
• Minimum of a
diploma in social/human services, with two to three years of related work
experience
• Strong crisis intervention and assessment skills
• A strong knowledge of community resources
• The ability to build professional relationships within a multi-disciplinary
team
• Possess an anti-oppressive/feminist analysis of sexual violence
Please visit our
website at www.calgarycasa.com for more information about our programs and
services.
How
to apply
CCASA is an equal
opportunity employer and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to
apply. Send cover letters and resumes by 5:00 pm, November 20, 2015 to:
Call Out Team Lead
7th Floor – 910 7th Avenue SW
Northland Building
Calgary, Alberta T2P 3N8
Fax 403.264.8355
Email: info@calgarycasa.com
No Phone Calls
Please
Thank you for
your interest, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.