JOB CALL Jan 2024: Part time Social Worker/Project Coordinator
Terms
Part time contract, flexible schedule as determined between the successful applicant and Wonder’neath, for a total of 320 hours @ $60/hr
DEADLINE for applications is the end of day Jan.12, 2024.
Start Date: Jan 18, 2024 or ASAP
End Date : June 30, 2024
About Wonder’neath:
Wonder’neath Art Society is a vibrant arts centre and charitable artist-led organization based in Kjipuktuk (Halifax) that offers community-engaged art programming, workshops, training/mentorship, and specialized, accessible visual arts studios. Our vision is a neighbourhood deeply connected through the arts – although our work extends well beyond peninsular Halifax. We believe in the transformative powers of art for individuals and communities, as a tool for expression, connection, and social transformation. Wonder’neath works to shift the perception of who can be involved in the arts, supporting artistic exploration at all levels of experience, with a focus on those facing barriers to accessing artistic programming. Through creative partnerships, programming and collaborative projects Wonder’neath explores ways of integrating professional arts with the community, sharing its learnings with other organizations locally, regionally, and nationally. In 2021 Wonder’neath was recognized with Arts Nova Scotia’s Creative Community Impact Award.
About the Project:
The purpose of the project, Centering Care in Community Arts through Critical Personnel Training, is to provide staff, volunteers, and other members of the community with training opportunities to strengthen the collaborative context to support post- pandemic programming, and to support the organization in developing guidelines , policies, and ongoing training support. Centering Care will provide training that explores care and communication at interpersonal, institutional, and internalized levels to support innovative engagement with communities through the arts.
About this position:
As Wonder’neath returns to programming at pre-pandemic volumes, we are looking for a p/t social worker to :
to assist staff/volunteers to develop their capacity to work with participants who may have increased health and wellness needs due to the effects of the pandemic and current challenges , which might include social isolation, loss of work, financial, housing, food insecurity, and mental health issues
to improve the capacity of organizational staff and volunteers to navigate self care and burnout/stress, set and maintain professional boundaries and relationships with participants, and set standards for maintaining healthy and professional communication.
To increase capacity for organizational staff/volunteers to feel empowered within a framework of professional standards to support their work with peers and program participants in a context where the pandemic has increased health and wellness demands.
Job description and responsibilities:
Conduct a needs assessment to identify topics for training
Coordinate and conduct a series of up to ten relevant staff training sessions, scheduling presentations with a variety of contracted facilitators. Depending on the needs assessment these could include: anti-oppression, trauma informed care, mental health first aid, harrassment/sexual harrassment in the workplace, conflict de-escalation, etc.
Debrief with participants following sessions, document each session, note actionable items, and determine additional research and/or support required by the training participants.
Work with staff to create guiding documents to develop staff handbooks, training manual, community programming guidelines, and updated procedure and policy recommendations.
Participate in an evaluation and final report of the project activities
The ideal candidate will have:
a social work degree/diploma, or relevant work experience
experience working in community arts or have a background in the arts
experience working in diverse communities
experience supporting and building capacity of staff/volunteers
experience reviewing and developing policies and practices
How to Apply: Please send your current resume and a cover letter, including three references and their contact information to general@wonderneath.com. Please reach out before the deadline if you would like to submit your resume and cover letter in an alternative format such as audio/video/or other visual formats. Wonder’neath Art Society is an inclusive employer committed to employment equity and contributing to a diverse workforce. We encourage all qualified persons to apply and self-identify. If you require an accommodation, we will confidentially address your needs. Send questions by email to heather@wonderneath.com.