Family Resource Worker Jobs
By Government of Yukon At Whitehorse, Yukon Territory, Canada
Experience providing social services, education and support to families, children and/or adolescence.
Knowledge and experience in childhood development and learning.
Experience working with families who have experienced trauma and/or knowledge of trauma informed practice would be an asset.
Post-secondary coursework in Child and Youth Care, Social Work, Psychology, Special Education, or another social sciences field.
Experience working with families in both one-on-one and group settings.
Excellent organization, communication (both oral and written), and problem-solving skills.

Are you looking for a rewarding job that allows you to make a difference in the lives of families? Become a Family Worker and help families in need! You'll get to work with families to develop and implement plans to improve their lives, and you'll have the satisfaction of knowing that you're making a positive impact. Join us and make a difference today!

Overview: Family Workers are professionals who provide support, guidance, and resources to families in need. They work with families to identify and address issues such as poverty, mental health, substance abuse, and domestic violence. They also provide counseling, advocacy, and referrals to appropriate services. How To Become an Family Worker: To become a Family Worker, you will need to have a bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, or a related field. You may also need to have a license or certification in your state. Additionally, you will need to have strong communication and problem-solving skills. Family Worker Skills: Communication, problem-solving, empathy, active listening, conflict resolution, organizational, and time management skills. Family Worker Knowledge: Knowledge of family dynamics, social services, mental health, substance abuse, and domestic violence. Family Worker Responsibilities: Assessing family needs, providing counseling and advocacy, developing and implementing plans to address family issues, referring families to appropriate services, and providing follow-up services. Family Worker Experience: Experience working with families in need, preferably in a social services setting. Family Worker Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, or a related field. Licensure or certification may be required in some states. Family Worker Education: Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, or a related field. Tools to Help Family Worker Work Better: Case management software, communication software, and online resources. Good Tips to Help Family Worker Do More Effectively: Develop strong communication and problem-solving skills, stay up to date on the latest resources and services available to families, and be aware of the impact of cultural and socioeconomic factors on family dynamics.

Common Family Worker Interview Questions:

• What experience do you have working with families in need?
• How do you handle difficult situations with families?
• What strategies do you use to assess family needs?
• How do you ensure that families receive the services they need?
• What techniques do you use to build trust with families?