CCASA Collaborative Community Response Coordinator Job Vacancy in Canada

The
Association of Alberta Sexual Assault Services (AASAS) is a provincial umbrella
organization that provides leadership, coordination and a unified voice on
issues of sexual assault and sexual abuse while increasing recognition, support
for and access to sexual assault and sexual abuse services in Alberta.

AASAS is currently
looking for a passionate and results-oriented individual to fill the position
of Collaborative Community Response Coordinator. This is a two year contract
position. The successful candidate will report to and work closely with the
AASAS Chief Executive Officer to develop and establish coordinated sexual
assault crisis response teams in up to 5 selected

rural and remote communities
of Alberta. This position is most suited for an individual who is highly
motivated with expertise in community development, public health and
collaborative coordinated community responses. This position will be based in
Calgary with travel throughout the province of Alberta. Applicants must have a
valid driver’s license.

The preferred
candidate will:

  • Work
    collaboratively with groups and communities inclusive of a diverse range
    of stakeholders to standardize a coordinated sexual assault crisis
    response in up to 5 selected rural and remote communities of Alberta;
  • Establish
    and maintain effective partnerships and collaborations with key
    professionals and community stakeholders in each community;
  • Work
    with the project evaluator to conduct community needs assessments, focus
    groups and needs surveys in participating communities;
  • Seek
    out and share best practice tools/terms of reference;
  • Work
    with community stakeholder committees to assist them to develop and
    implement community specific implementation plans and strategies;
  • Coordinate
    and assist with the delivery of training in participating communities; and
  • Work
    with the project evaluator to oversee and coordinate outcomes evaluation
    and knowledge dissemination.

The preferred
candidate requires:

  • Minimum
    undergraduate degree in human/social services or nursing;
  • An
    in-depth understanding of anti-oppression theory and a demonstrated
    commitment to human rights through social change;
  • Knowledge
    and understanding of sexual assault and sexual abuse and its impact on
    individuals, families and communities;
  • An
    in-depth understanding of the multi-disciplinary coordinated sexual
    assault crisis response model; and
  • Exceptional
    oral and written communication skills, organizational and time management
    skills.

How
to apply

Please visit
www.aasas.ca for more information about the agency. AASAS is an equal
opportunity employer and encourages applicants from diverse groups to apply.

Email, Mail or Fax
cover letter, resume by noon, June 2, 2014 to:

Debra Tomlinson,
Chief Executive Officer, AASAS
Suite 700, 910 – 7th Avenue SW (Northland Building)
Calgary, AB T2P-3N8
Email address: dtomlinson@aasas.ca
Fax: (403) 264-8355

Thank you
for your interest, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

No phone
calls please.

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