Child Welfare Worker
About The Position
The Child Welfare Worker (CWW) is responsible for case management for a wide range of child welfare services. Duties may include individualized case planning and resource provision to children and families with a focus on child welfare and protection services. The CWW is responsible for related functions that encompass but are not limited to: program delivery, plans for service, documentation and reporting, intervention, protection, and investigation. A further position component is the advocacy and support for children in temporary and long-term care of Anishinaabe Abinoojii Family Services (AAFS), and for the families who require protection intervention.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Social Work Degree with working experience in services for children and their families, however, a combination of education with extensive knowledge and proven skills may be considered.
- Expert knowledge of Customary Care and the philosophy of services development and delivery the communities and family structure, are well as local First Nation customs and traditions.
- Knowledge of and experience in traditional and contemporary healing practices with experience working with Elders, Healers and Clinicians.
- Strong commitment to helping Anishinaabe children and their families by providing services in ways that respect Anishinaabe culture and spiritual practices.
- Knowledge of the Child, Youth and Family Services Act and Regulations particularly Part IV, Section 80 relating to Customary Care of the First Nations.
- Understanding of the Ontario Child Protection Standards.
- Knowledge of the structure and operation of Anishinaabe Abinoojii Family services including mission, vision, values and mandate.
- Excellent assessment and analytical skills with proven ability to determine level of risk and/or risk of future harm.
- Ability to prepare comprehensive detailed case recordings, reports and case notes within specified timelines.
- Direct working knowledge and experience in a variety of computer programs including: Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Dayforce HCM.
- Understanding of customary care and the philosophy of service delivery of AAFS. Additional required understanding of local customs and traditions that utilize a community minded approach.
- Excellent time management and supervisory skills, with the ability to plan accordingly to project timelines and goals.
- Extensive experience working with a computerized data base.
- Excellent communication, organizational, time management, and interpersonal skills.
- Committed to ensure the highest level of confidentiality at all times.
- Must possess a valid Ontario G Driver’s License, be willing to travel and provide Driver’s Abstract.
Nice To Haves
- Possession of First Aid and CPR certificates.
- Ability to speak Ojibway is preferred and a definite asset.
Responsibilities
- Case management for a wide range of child welfare services.
- Individualized case planning and resource provision to children and families.
- Program delivery.
- Plans for service.
- Documentation and reporting.
- Intervention, protection, and investigation.
- Advocacy and support for children in temporary and long-term care of Anishinaabe Abinoojii Family Services (AAFS).
- Advocacy and support for families who require protection intervention.
Benefits
- 4 weeks of paid vacation
- Extended Health
- Dental
- AD&D
- Group Life benefits after one month of employment
- Voluntary participation in our Pension Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
