Bernadette McCann House

Transitional Support Caseworker - Part-Time Permanent

Bernadette McCann House

Location: Renfrew County (Arnprior, Renfrew, Killaloe areas)

Hours: 60 Hours bi-weekly, 4 days  / week

Posted: Janurary 21st, 2025

Salary: $27.86 per hour

Benefits:

• Paid vacation and sick leave entitlements

• Health, dental and vision benefit coverage

• Life and long-term disability insurance

• Optional RRSP matching

Reporting to the Outreach Supervisor, the Transitional Support Caseworker provides direct service to women who have experienced abuse.

Job posting closes: Noon on February 3rd, 2025                       

Responsibilities:

• Assistance with housing applications, and accessing community resources

• Caseworker assists and supports women in developing and addressing their transitional plans

• Education and support regarding domestic violence

• Crisis intervention

• Safety planning

• Client advocacy

• Group facilitation

Required qualifications:

• Graduate of a post-secondary program in social sciences or related field

• Thorough understanding of the issue of violence against women, and the impact on child witnesses

• Excellent documentation skills and knowledge of community agencies and resources

• Proven ability to work cooperatively and effectively both as a team member and independently

• Valid driver’s license and access to a car

• Bilingualism an asset

Interested candidates can email their resume to:

Leigh Sweeney, Executive Director

wssshs@wsssbmh.org

*Only thoes selected for an interview will be contacted.*

Residential Child/Youth Caseworker - Full Time Permanent

Bernadette McCann House

Posted: Janurary 6th, 2025

Salary: $27.86 per hour

Benefits:

• Paid vacation and sick leave entitlements

• Health, dental and vision benefit coverage

• Life and long-term disability insurance

• Optional RRSP matching

Job posting closes: Noon on Janurary 20th, 2025                       

Responsibilities:

This position includes front-line services to children/youth who have witnessed or experienced violence, which includes one-to-one, safety planning, groups and drop-in sessions. Provides support and education to mothers on the issues of VAW, the effects of child witnessing, non-violent disciplinary methods, child development, nutrition and community resources. Provides information to children/youth regarding healthy relationships and advocates and makes referrals to other services.

Required qualifications:

• Graduate of a post-secondary program in social sciences or related field

• A thorough understanding of the issue of violence against women, and the impact on child witnesses

• Experience in crisis intervention

• Proven ability to work cooperatively and effectively both as a team member and independently

• Ability to speak and write in both English & French (preferred)

• Valid driver’s license and access to a car

• Current First Aid/CPR Certificate

• Current Vulnerable Sector Check

Bernadette McCann House has a COVID vaccination policy which is aligned with ministry and public health recommendations. Staff are required to be vaccinated against Covid19.

Interested candidates can email their resume to:

Leigh Sweeney, Executive Director

wssshs@wsssbmh.org

*Only thoes selected for an interview will be contacted.*

Francophone Transitional Support Caseworker - Full Time Permanent

Bernadette McCann House

Location: Pembroke, Ontario

Posted: October 30th 2024

Salary: $27.86 per hour

Job posting closes: January 27th, 2025

Description:

The mission of Bernadette McCann House (BMH) is to work for change that will end abuse, by providing safety, support and education to all those who experience abuse. Our services include an emergency residential program for women and children, community outreach, court support, services for children and youth, groups and workshops.

We are currently recruiting a Francophone Transitional Support Caseworker. This is a permanent position working 30 hour per week, employed by Bernadette McCann House. Funding for this position has generously been made available through a formal agreement with the Eastern Ottawa Resource Centre.

Reporting to the Outreach Supervisor, this position provides supports and services to women and their dependents who have experienced abuse, including survivors of human trafficking, that will enable them to access safe and stable housing, as well as relevant supports such as court support.

Qualifications

Graduate of a post-secondary program in social sciences or related field.

A thorough understanding of the issue of violence against women and the impact on children who witness violence.

Experience in crisis intervention.

Proven ability to work effectively both independently and as a team member.

Extensive knowledge of the needs of francophone women living in Renfrew County who have experienced abuse, including human trafficking.

Ability to speak and write in French and English.

A valid driver’s licence and access to a vehicle.

Proof of COVID-19 vaccination.

Additional Information

BMH is an equal opportunity employer, committed to meeting needs under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedom, the Ontario Human Rights Code, and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Applications require accommodation should contact the Administration 613-732-7776.

Contact Information

Leigh Sweeney, Executive Director

Bernadette McCann House

Pembroke, Ontario

Email: wssshs@wsssbmh.org

Relief Residential Caseworker

Reporting to the Residential Supervisor, this position provides direct service to abused women and their children in a residential setting, involving crisis intervention and client advocacy. This is a casual position, on an “as needed basis only”. Weekend and shift work required.

Required qualifications include: graduate of a post secondary program in social sciences or related field; a thorough understanding of the issue of violence against women, and the impact on child witnesses; experience in crisis intervention, and proven ability to work cooperatively and effectively both as a team member and independently. Ability to speak and write in both English & French (preferred) valid driver’s licence and access to a car (preferred).

Mail to:

Leigh Sweeney, Executive Director
Bernadette McCann House
P.O. Box 244, Pembroke, Ontario K8A 6X3
Fax: (613) 732-8667

Email to:

wssshs@wsssbmh.org

*Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

BMH is an equal opportunity employer, committed to meeting needs under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedom, the Ontario Human Rights Code, and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Applications requiring accommodation should contact Administration 613-732-7776.