Child Wellness Worker

Dilico Anishinabek Family Care • Thunder Bay, ON

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Children’s Wellness Worker is responsible for providing the protection of children in care by performing duties as may be required, in accordance with provisions of the Child and Family Services Act, Ministry Regulations and Standards, Abuse Protocols, and Dilico Anishinabek Family Care policies and procedures. The Children’s Services Worker is responsible for ensuring that all of the service needs of children in care of the agency are met.

Requirements

• A minimum two-year Human Services Diploma is required.
• A minimum two years experience with Anishinabek children, youth, individuals and families; preferably Child Welfare experience
• A satisfactory Criminal Records Search, Vulnerable Sector Search
• The ability to work flexible hours; travel regularly and act on an “on-call” basis
• A valid Class “G” Driver’s License; access to a reliable, personal vehicle
• $1,000,000 liability vehicle insurance

Nice To Haves

• A three-year BSW is preferred
• Candidates without the specific education qualifications and where the position does not require certified qualification to practice, but who possess an appropriate combination of experience and other academic qualifications will also be considered

Responsibilities

• Providing the protection of children in care by performing duties as may be required, in accordance with provisions of the Child and Family Services Act, Ministry Regulations and Standards, Abuse Protocols, and Dilico Anishinabek Family Care policies and procedures.
• Ensuring that all of the service needs of children in care of the agency are met.

Benefits

• Optional Flexible schedule to support work-life balance
• OMERS Pension plan available to all employees
• Competitive salaries
• Generous paid vacation time for Permanent employees
• Paid time off at Christmas above paid vacation time
• EFAP available to all employees and their families
• Benefit plan that includes dental, healthcare, and vision services for Permanent employees
• A chance to make a difference in the community

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree