Alternatives for Women, a feminist organization, provides counselling, Second Stage Housing, transitional services and programming to abused women. AFW is seeking female applicants for this position “Rural Women Support Worker” – Maternity Leave Contract position.

Position is Contract Part-Time 14-21 hours per week.

This position is coverage for maternity leave. The Rural Women Support Worker is responsible to the Executive Director and will provide outreach counselling to female survivors of domestic violence in Prince Edward County two days a week for 9 months (position may be extended based on funding). The RWSW will also facilitate a Life Skills program with the support of other staff and Executive Director.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Post Secondary Education in social services/women’s issues, or equivalent through combination of relevant education and related experience
• Knowledge of, familiarity with and experience working in the area of violence against women
• Demonstrated commitment to women’s issues and the anti-violence movement
• Knowledge of, familiarity with and experience in options based counselling and safety planning
• Understanding of and commitment to working within an intersectional feminist, anti-racism, anti-oppression framework understanding the social, economic and political context of woman abuse
• Ability to promote teamwork and strength in a staff group, as well as work autonomously
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Knowledge of community services
• Computer literacy in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)
• A detailed job description is available on request.

Forward resume and cover letter, marked private & confidential, to the attention of:
Julie Watson, Executive Director
Alternatives for Women
P.O. Box #6206
Picton, ON K0K 2T0
Email: [email protected]

Posting closes at 4:00 pm May 20, 2024.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

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