Child and Family Protection Worker, Invests, 12 month Contract

Family & Children Services•Pembroke, ON

6d•CA$62,893 - CA$96,915•Hybrid

About The Position

Family & Children’s Services of Renfrew County is a multi-service agency committed to providing preventative, protective, and socially inclusive services and programming that empower and strengthen everyone. We are focused on cultivating a team-oriented work environment where everyone thrives. Our goal is to develop and strengthen collaborative partnerships to increase availability, accessibility, and quality of care to our communities. Our agency commitments include moving forward Anti-Oppressive Practice, French Language Services, and working alongside Indigenous Communities. The Child and Family Protection Worker (CFPW) provides protection services in accordance with the Child, Youth and Family Services Act (CYFSA), Ontario Child Protection Standards, our service framework with Signs of Safety, and agency policies. CFPWs may be assigned to investigation, ongoing protection, or integrated/community-based roles, depending on service needs. All CFPWs use a trauma-informed, anti-oppressive approach to promote child safety, well-being, and permanency while engaging families and Communities as partners in planning.

Requirements

Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) or Master of Social Work (MSW) is required.
In exceptional circumstances, candidates with a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and demonstrated relevant experience in child welfare or other related social service settings may be considered, with final determination based on their ability to meet the agency’s requirements to perform authorized child protection duties in accordance with the Child, Youth and Family Services Act.
Minimum of one year of relevant experience in child welfare or social services
Successful completion of the Child Welfare Pathway to Authorization, including the Authorization Candidacy Exam (ACE), or the ability to successfully complete the required authorization training within prescribed timelines. Must obtain and maintain authorization from the Agency's Local Director to perform child protection duties.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a diverse service and staff population, and a proven commitment to anti-oppression, equity, and inclusivity in practice.
Strong clinical judgment, critical thinking, and evidence-informed practice
Commitment to anti-oppression, equity, diversity, and inclusion
Excellent verbal/written communication, mediation, and conflict resolution skills
Organizational and time management skills; ability to work independently and in teams
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and case management systems; openness to learning new technologies
Comfort with digital tools and information management systems, ensuring confidentiality and compliance
Knowledge of child-centered, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive practices
Understanding of Indigenous child welfare responsibilities, including band notification and customary care
Comprehensive understanding of Part X privacy obligations, including collection, use, disclosure, and storage of personal information
Knowledge of CYFSA and related legislation, including the Ontario Human Rights Code, AODA, OHSA, and FLSA (as applicable)
Familiarity with quality assurance processes and participation in audits or compliance reviews
Commitment to continuous learning and application of anti-racism, cultural humility, and anti-oppressive frameworks in daily practice

Nice To Haves

Bilingualism (English/French) is considered an asset

Responsibilities

Assess safety and risk, determine service responses, and collaborate with families, communities, and collateral partners.
Complete investigations, short- or long-term case management, and service planning in line with legislative and agency standards.
Maintain accurate documentation and participate in supervision, team collaboration, and professional development.
Ensure services are provided in compliance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA), and, where applicable, the French Language Services Act (FLSA).
Uphold commitments under the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Calls to Action.
Build respectful, collaborative relationships with children, youth, families, and communities.
Apply the CYFSA, Child Protection Standards, Signs of Safety, trauma-informed and anti-oppressive practice.
Comply with duty to report and duty to inform requirements under the CYFSA.
Use Structured Decision-Making (SDM) tools for assessment and planning.
Coordinate services with internal teams, collateral agencies, and Indigenous partners.
Uphold the kin-first and customary care approach, family-led decision-making, and culturally based planning.
Exercise statutory authority, including emergency protection interventions, in accordance with legal and procedural safeguards.
Engage in crisis intervention and emergency response when required.
Ensure children and youth have a voice in decisions affecting them.
Maintain complete, timely case records and outcome plans.
Safeguard personal information in compliance with Part X of the CYFSA, ensuring confidentiality, appropriate information sharing, and adherence to agency privacy policies.
Participate in service reviews, audits, and quality assurance activities.
Conduct investigative interviews with children, caregivers, and collateral contacts
Complete safety and risk assessments, safety planning, and case documentation
Provide assessment, intervention, and case management services
Support families to build on strengths, enhance capacity, and achieve permanency goals
Facilitate access to supports and coordinate service delivery
Support court processes, removals, placements, and reintegration planning
Participate in permanency planning, family/network meetings, and kinship or customary care arrangements
Provide after-hours emergency services as assigned
Adhere to all FCSRC policies and procedures, Ministry Regulations, Standards, Directives and relevant legislation.
Responsible for the completion of other related tasks as assigned