Outreach and Education Facilitator COE45

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Lethbridge Family Servicesis a private, non-profit organization operating since 1910. We are highly accredited and with more than 380 employees, the largest community social services organization in southern Alberta.

We offer a supportive, inclusive team environment with a strong commitment to work-life balance. We provide a competitive remuneration package, including a comprehensive benefit plan, generous vacation and personal time, and subsidized fitness memberships. We support your career through opportunities to learn and grow, including paid professional development opportunities, and on-the-job coaching and support. Our “family” culture supports many opportunities to participate in events including health and wellness challenges, social club activities, annual holiday parties and recognition events. Check out our website at www.lfsfamily.ca.

Position:OUTREACH and EDUCATION FACILITATOR

Department:COUNSELLING, OUTREACH AND EDUCATION

Hours: Monday to Friday- 35 hours/week, required to work 1 evening a week

Position Overview:

To support the development, promotion and delivery of presentations, workshops, trainings, personal growth groups and individual education in areas connected to suicide prevention, family violence prevention and a variety of other topics.

Key Responsibilities:

• Facilitate presentations, workshops, personal growth groups, trainings and individual education sessions.
• Participate as a member of a healthy and dynamic team.
• Participate in development and revision of program materials
• Create marketing and promotional material for the programs and services offered
• Represent the agency and the department on interagency committees and at public events in response to community needs around key issues such as Suicide Awareness Week, Family Violence Awareness Month, and Sexual Assault Awareness Week.
• Respond to community requests for information, program materials and resources.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor degree in Social Work, Psychology or relevant discipline.
• Minimum 2 year facilitation experience is required.
• Experience in working with diverse populations.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills, both written and verbal
• Strong computer literacy skills including; Microsoft TEAMS, Canva, Mailchimp and proficiency in data entry, word processing and spreadsheet applications
• Excellent organizational skills

Start date: October 4, 2021

Application deadline: September 8, 2021

Please submit, in confidence, a resume and cover letter referencing job postingCOE45 and where you viewed our ad:

Mailing Address:Human Resources, Lethbridge Family Services

100 – 1410 Mayor Magrath Dr. South

Lethbridge AB T1K 2R3

Web:lfsfamily.ca

Wethank all candidates for their interest, however, only those selected to continue in the process will be contacted.

Lethbridge Family Services is an equal opportunity employer.

Reference ID: COE45

Application deadline: 2021-09-08

Expected start date: 2021-10-04

Job Type: Full-time

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