We are expanding the Community Housing Program at Discovery House to serve 30 more families, and have several positions open as a result! Come join our team and make a difference in the lives of the women and children we serve.

Discovery House has a 30 year history in Calgary of providing quality integrated residential and community programming to women and children fleeing domestic violence. The Community Housing Program operates from a Housing First perspective, and provides intensive supports to assist women and children as they transition into the community of their choice.

The Community Housing Program has an immediate opening for one full-time Child and Youth Support Specialist. Part of a team that offers intervention and prevention services within a community setting, Child and Youth Support Specialists provide and coordinate services on behalf of their child clients. Child and Youth Support Specialists collaborate closely with other team members to provide holistic care and support to families.   Child and Youth Support Specialists provide a safe, supportive environment for children and mothers to engage in activities that reduce the impact of family violence.

The duties of a Child and Youth Support Specialist  include, but are not limited to:

• Fulfilling all of the expectations of service (intake, admission, assessment, case plan, case plan evaluation, exit and follow-through) of each client
• Referring children and youth to specialized services
• Engaging in short-term, supportive counselling with children and youth
• Engaging with moms to enhance parenting skills
• Collaborating  with community agencies regarding the client’s needs
• Maintaining accurate documentation and client files

Desired qualifications will include:

• A graduate degree in a related field (nursing, social work, psychology)
• Registration with an appropriate professional association
• A valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle
• Training and experience in counseling children and youth (e.g. art and play therapy)
• Experience with case management
• Knowledge of trauma informed practice
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to multi-task and work in fast paced environment
• Creative problem solving skills
• Demonstrated understanding of the impact of domestic violence on children
• Experience working with diverse communities

This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. 

Please submit your resume and cover letter to officeadmin@discoveryhouse.ca or fax to 403-670-0475.  We thank all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Discovery House is a committed equal opportunity employer