WOMEN IN CRISIS (ALGOMA) INC.
Invites applications for the position of
Awareness Education Worker (Full-Time Contract Until March 31, 2027)
Reporting to the Community Services Supervisor, and the Executive Directors the Awareness Education Worker will develop, implement, and facilitate a series of workshops, training sessions and resources that are trauma informed and provide support to the community.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Have a good understanding of the effects of violence against women and children.
• Have a good knowledge and understanding of the organization’s purpose, goals, and objectives.
• Work from a strong analysis of violence against women and children and apply the analysis to practice.
• Develop, schedule, and deliver workshops, training sessions and resources.
• Collaborate with local school boards and deliver age-appropriate programming to students from Grade 5 to Grade 12.
• In partnership with community organizations, deliver training for men that focuses on healthy relationships, identifying characteristics and behaviors associated with gender-based violence and strategies to change behaviors and attitudes.
• Facilitate community groups with a mandate to support and advocate for survivors of gender-based violence.
• Work collaboratively from a culturally sensitive approach to ensure people receive culturally appropriate programs to better understand gender-based violence.
• Train professionals to assess, identify risk factors and have trauma-informed conversations to support women with receiving support when they need it.
• Follow organizations policies and procedures.
• Must be able to work independently.
• Provide comprehensive assistance, support, crisis intervention, advocacy, information, education, and referrals as appropriate.
• Be dynamic and capable of delivering information in an engaging manner while respecting sensitivity of material.
WORK SCHEDULE:
• 37.5 hours per week
• Monday to Friday 8:30AM to 5:00PM with one unpaid hour for lunch, with flexibility to accommodate evening groups.
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Education: Diploma or degree in Social Services/Women’s issues, or related field.
• Skills:
o Superior knowledge, understanding and analysis of feminist perspective particularly around causes and effects of violence against women and children and equality issues.
o Have a demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the organization’s purpose, goals, and objectives.
o Must model a high ethical standard with clear boundaries.
o Good interpersonal skills in dealing with sensitive issues, the public, and other agencies.
o Good leadership skills with conflict resolution skills.
o Ability to deal calmly and diligently with crisis and emergency situations.
o Experience in anti-violence/anti-oppression work.
o Proficiency in written and spoken language as well as digital communication.
o Knows, understands, encompasses, and promotes diversity.
o A willingness to continue educational and professional development.
o Strong knowledge of community services.
o Must have excellent organizational and time management skills.
o Proficient in Apple Products, Adobe and M365 including Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
DIVERSITY STATEMENT:
Women in Crisis (Algoma) Inc. is committed to creating a workforce that reflects the diversity of The City of Sault Ste. Marie. We strongly encourage applications from qualified women, particularly those who can offer diverse perspectives and contribute to the further diversification of ideas, cultures, and sexual orientations.
COMPENSATION:
• Starting Wage: $24.61 – $26.67
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
Please submit your resume and cover letter to:
Kelly O’Donnell
Director of Programs and Staff
Women In Crisis (Algoma) Inc.
23 Oakland Avenue
Sault Ste. Marie, ON P6A 2T2
Phone: 705-759-1230
Email: [email protected]
A detailed job description is available at the above addresses.
Please note that applications submitted without a cover letter will not be considered.
