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
assault. W
e 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
At this time CCASA is
primarily looking for individuals who are able to be on call for overnight
weekday shifts.
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 5:00pm, February 6, 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.
