Designated First Nations Child Protection Worker

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JOB POSTING BARGAINING UNIT VACANCY

Job Posting #: OP 13-01-90


Classification Designated First Nations Child Protection Worker Floater Dept/Division/Location Job # Perm/Temp FTE

Screening Team

220

Permanent

Salary Range: $45,436 - $70,471 annually

JOB FUNCTION: Under the supervision of the Service Supervisor, the incumbent is responsible for providing comprehensive Child Welfare services to children, youth and families ensuring their immediate and ongoing safety.
QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION:

Bachelor of Social Work degree (B.S.W.) preferred, or a degree in an equivalent field of study with relevant experience. Minimum two (2) years of experience working in child protection services, including working in a French work environment where designated.

EXPERIENCE:

Requirements: Knowledge of relevant legislation, regulations, and Ministry standards (e.g. the Child and Family Services Act). Good understanding of the agencys values, service philosophy and objectives. Clinical knowledge of child maltreatment, child development, attachment and separation, and family dynamics and knowledge of social work theories, principles, and practices. Demonstrated clinical and counseling skills to provide assessment, engagement and support services to children, youth, families, and alternate care providers. Familiarity with community resources. Demonstrated ability to work effectively both independently and within a team. Demonstrated problem solving, planning, priority-setting, and conflict resolution skills. Demonstrated presentation skills to represent the society in the community and legal proceedings. Commitment to acquire and update professional skills and clinical knowledge through participation in training, education, and other professional development opportunities. Demonstrated interpersonal and collaboration skills to coordinate effectively with a broad variety of agency departments/staff. Demonstrated cultural competencies in service delivery.

File # OP 13-01-90 Perm FNCPW FLOATER

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Requirements continued Ability to maintain the appropriate safeguards for the confidentiality of Agency and client information. Extensive knowledge and proficient competence of computer software (e.g. Microsoft Office (Excel, Word), Lotus-Notes, Frontline). Excellent use of English; verbally and written. Excellent French verbal and written skills where designated. Knowledge of First Nations culture, traditions, and practices where designated. Possess and maintain a valid Class G Drivers Licence and personal insurance coverage with access to a reliable vehicle. Provide a Criminal Records Check including Vulnerable Sector Search. Cross functional experience an asset.

Prior to being considered for hire, external candidates must provide the following documentation: Police Records Check with a Vulnerable Sector Screen (completed upon request) Proof of Educational Accreditation Interested applicants must submit an updated cover letter and resume by 4:30 pm. on Wednesday January 23, 2013 quoting job posting number OP # 13-01-90 directly to: Human Resources Recruiter Facsimile: (705) 521-7371 hr.recruitment@casdsm.on.ca Additional information can also be found on our website at: www.casdsm.on.ca

We are an equal opportunity employer and as such encourage all qualified applicants to apply. We also wish to thank everyone who applies; however only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

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