Child, Youth and Family Connections Worker

Durham Children's Aid Society Recruiting • Oshawa, ON

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Child, Youth and Family Connections Worker will support the relationship with the child, youth or family. This position will work in partnership with the child, youth and family to formulate plans and develop strategies to provide equitable services. In collaboration with the child, youth, and family, the Child & Family Support Worker will engage with internal and external collaterals to assist the family remain as a family unit. Where a child/youth is in the care of the Society, this position will engage and collaborate with the family to provide resources and support for reintegration of the child to the care of the family/family constellation or network, while ensuring all Ministry standards are achieved. This position will ensure the Society’s anti-oppressive practice statement and values are upheld throughout all of the interactions with children, youth and families.

Requirements

• 3-year Child and Youth Worker Diploma
• 6+ months related experience
• Valid driver’s license with access to a vehicle is required.
• Proof of education is required.
• Driving is a requirement of this position.
• Successful applicants must have a valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle.
• Third-party liability insurance of a minimum of $2 million must be maintained.
• Travel is required.

Nice To Haves

• Proficiency in a second language an asset.
• An equivalent combination of relevant education, experience, and training may be considered as appropriate.

Responsibilities

• Support the relationship with the child, youth or family.
• Work in partnership with the child, youth and family to formulate plans and develop strategies to provide equitable services.
• Engage with internal and external collaterals to assist the family remain as a family unit.
• Engage and collaborate with the family to provide resources and support for reintegration of the child to the care of the family/family constellation or network, while ensuring all Ministry standards are achieved.
• Ensure the Society’s anti-oppressive practice statement and values are upheld throughout all of the interactions with children, youth and families.

Benefits

• inclusive work environment
• hybrid work in accordance with our Flexible Work Arrangement policy
• comprehensive and competitive compensation package
• defined benefits pension plan with the Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System (OMERS)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees