Position Summary:
This position is responsible to provide protection services to at risk children and their families and to carry out the mandate of the Child and Family Services Act in accordance with the prescribed guidelines and regulations to ensure child safety and positive outcomes. They are responsible for developing assessments and service plans in collaboration with families including Kin and community services. In this role, the emphasis is on obtaining comprehensive information about the child and family that will inform subsequent decisions and planning processes. The incumbent is required to maintain client records and will be responsible for completion of case documentation, social histories, correspondence, and legal documents.

Required Qualification:

• Master or Bachelor of Social Work or Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a related field with a minimum of 3 years of related experience in a professional helping role working with families and children
• Knowledge of the Child and Family Services Act and Ministry of Children and Youth Services’ standards
• Excellent counseling and negotiation skills
• Ability to work effectively as a member of a team
• Valid driver’s licence with access to a vehicle
• Family and counseling experience
• Preference is given to candidates who are Authorized Workers (Completion of OACAS courses)
• Child Protection Information Network (CPIN) experience an asset
• Excellent organization and writing skills
• Proficiency in a Windows environment using Microsoft Office Suite and Windows Explorer
• Familiarity with other software such as e-mail programs, case recording software
• Bilingualism (fluency in French and English) is an asset. Selected candidates will be assessed