Sexual Violence Support Counsellors–calgary Sexual Assault Response Team

Calgary Communities Against Sexual Abuse (CCASA)

Calgary, Canada
Hybrid
Crisis intervention
Trauma-informed practice
Anti-oppressive/feminist analysis
As a Sexual Violence Support Counsellor, you will be part of the Calgary Sexual Assault Team (CSART), a collaborative partnership providing specialized care to individuals who have been sexually assaulted within the past 168 hours

Job Summary

  • As a Sexual Violence Support Counsellor, you will be part of the Calgary Sexual Assault Team (CSART), a collaborative partnership providing specialized care to individuals who have been sexually assaulted within the past 168 hours.
  • Key responsibilities include providing crisis intervention, emotional support, completing thorough risk assessments, and offering information, advocacy, and referrals.
  • The agency strives to build a team that reflects the diversity of the community and encourages applications from traditionally underrepresented groups.

Matching Summary

As a Sexual Violence Support Counsellor, you will be part of the Calgary Sexual Assault Team (CSART), a collaborative partnership providing specialized care to individuals who have been sexually assaulted within the past 168 hours.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Crisis intervention
  • Trauma-informed practice
  • Anti-oppressive/feminist analysis
  • Multi-disciplinary team collaboration
  • 24-hour crisis response

Nice-to-have

  • Compassionate
  • Flexible
  • Organized
  • Professional demeanor
  • Community resource knowledge

Key Requirements

  • Degree in Social Work or social/human services
  • Minimum of two years related work experience
  • Registered if degree falls under a regulatory body
  • Access to a vehicle
  • Clear Criminal Record Check and Child Welfare Check
  • Legally eligible to work in Canada

Work Rights

Legally eligible to work in Canada

Tailored Resume

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