Intervenante en violence faite aux femmes (Algoma) / Counselor – Violence Against Women (Algoma)

Intervenante en violence faite aux femmes (Algoma) / Counselor – Violence Against Women (Algoma).

Working language: FRENCH – This position is offered in French. The successful candidate must be able to work in French.

We are looking for a dynamic individual to deliver direct services to francophone women in the communities of Algoma (Chapleau, Dubreuilville, Wawa, Sault Ste-Marie).

Centre Victoria pour femmes is a nonprofit and charitable organization serving francophone women who are fighting against all forms of violence. Centre Victoria pour femmes (CVF) supports, accompanies and advocates for the autonomy of all Francophone women who have experienced, are experiencing or are at risk of experiencing gender-based violence.

Responsibilities:

• Perform individual and or group intervention with Francophone women victims of abuse by various means including technology;
• Support women in seeking other services (referral);
• Accompany women to other services;
• Advocate/represent women with various lived experiences to assert their needs;
• Deliver education and awareness activities against violence;
• Develop and maintain partnerships with community agencies;
• Support and participate in various activities or committees related to the mandate of the CVF.

Training or education:

• College or university training in a field related to the provision of social services or experience deemed relevant.

Qualifications and skills required:

• Experience in working with women;
• Demonstrated commitment to the welfare of women;
• Knowledge of the environment (especially French-speaking);
• Proven knowledge of the phenomenon of violence against women and feminist intervention;
• Proven experience in organizing and delivering education and awareness activities;
• Computer knowledge;
• Great sense and ability in teamwork;
• Excellent oral and written skills in French and good knowledge of English.
• Successful applicants will be required to provide:
• Proof of eligibility to work in Canada
• A valid Ontario driver’s license and use of a reliable vehicle; insurability on vehicle
• Clear Criminal Record Check, including Vulnerable Sector Search

For more information or to apply: https://centrevictoria.ca/emplois/