primary sexual violence service provider for Calgary and surrounding areas.
CCASA is looking to hire a permanent full-time Sexual Assault Worker/Educator
in our Education Program. This individual will provide education to members of
the community on topics related to sexual violence with a primary focus on
engaging male identified people through CCASA’s “ManEnough?” Program.
The “ManEnough?” Program is designed assist male identified people
in the development of the skills needed to challenge attitudes and beliefs that
support violence and to explore alternative constructions of masculinity that
promote equality.
Responsibilities of the Sexual Assault Worker/Educator
include:
- Facilitation of CCASA’s community and
professional education programs with a specific focus on the promotion and
facilitation of all aspects of the “ManEnough?”
Program - Public speaking to children, youth and
adults on topics related to sexual violence - Respond to disclosures of
abuse/assault in a professional, supportive manner, including assessing
for risk and reporting to authorities when required - Participate in creative and effective
outreach and program development activities - Provide crisis support, information,
advocacy and referrals to community members when needed
- Successful applicant may be required
to work some evenings and weekends.
The successful applicants will have the following qualifications:
- A degree in social/human services
- An understanding and comfort with
issues related to sexual violence and sexuality - Possess an anti-oppressive/feminist
analysis of sexual violence - Crisis intervention and assessment
skills - Flexibility and adaptability to
changing demands and client groups - Professional registration
- Strong public speaking, facilitation
and community development skills
Please visit our website atwww.calgarycasa.com for more information about our
programs.
How to apply
CCASA is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applicants from
diverse groups to apply.
Email, mail or fax resumes by 5:00pm, July 11, 2014 to:
Education and PACES Program Director
910 – 7th Avenue SW (Northland Building)
Calgary, AB 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.