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Niijaansinaanik Child and Family Services

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Pickerel, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

_Niijaansinaanik Child and Family Services is a provincially designated Child Well-Being Agency that provides Prevention, Protection and Child and Family services that reflect values, beliefs and principles rooted within the Anishinabek culture. We serve the communities of Wahnapitae, Dokis, Henvey Inlet, Magnetawan, Shawanaga, and Wasauksing First Nations._

Reporting to the Screening and Disclosure Supervisor, the Screener is responsible for determining eligibility to receive child protection services and to investigate allegations that a child may need protection.

This position conducts assessments of children and their families and formulates plans to ensure the safety and wellbeing of a child in accordance with the Child and Family Services Act and Niijaansinaanik Child & Family Services Procedures.

This also includes the apprehension of children from their families when the safety of a child cannot be assured.

**Total Compensation includes: - OMERS pension plan

Comprehensive Health Benefits plan
Statutory and agency holidays
Competitive vacation
Employee Assistance Program

Application Deadline:
April 22, 2024

Work Site Location:
Henvey Inlet First Nation

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REQUIREMENTS:

Self-Identify as First Nations, Metis, or Inuit
Strong oral/written communication skills
Bachelor of Social Work Degree, or BSW equivalency and/or Master's Degree or Bachelor's Degree in a Human Services related field
Minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience working with children and families
Knowledge of Niijaansinaanik Child and Family Services programs and services
Respect for, sensitivity towards as well as knowledge and understanding of Anishinabek culture, traditions, and the Seven Grandfather Teachings
Knowledge of First Nation service delivery, customs, and traditions in responding to child welfare An excellent working knowledge of the Child and Family Services Act and appropriate sections of the Criminal Code in order to determine and to take appropriate action regarding intake and abuse procedures.
Good working knowledge of Ministry and Niijaansinaanik Child & Family Services standards and guidelines for the investigation of abuse cases including the Regional Protocol.
A good working knowledge of community resources to recommend programs for effectively servicing children and families and sound negotiating skills to act as an advocate for the client
An excellent working knowledge of the Child and Family Services Act and appropriate sections of the Criminal Code in order to determine and to take appropriate action regarding intake and abuse procedures
Good working knowledge of Ministry and Niijaansinaanik Child & Family Services standards and guidelines for the investigation of abuse cases including the Regional Protocol
A good working knowledge of community resources to recommend programs for effectively servicing children and families and sound negotiating skills to act as an advocate for the client
Must provide a clear Police Records Check
Vulnerable Sector
Must provide a Class 'G' Ontario Driver's License
Must have $1M auto insurance liability coverage
Must provide an acceptable threeyear uncertified Driver's Abstract

Niijaansinaanik Child and Family Services is a culture based organization responsive to the holistic needs of all children, youth and families.

Niijaansinaanik provides services that reflect values, beliefs, and principles rooted within the Anishinabek culture. We believe the care of children and youth is the responsibility of an entire community.

While working in the present, we acknowledge history and its impacts on our people in relations to outside influences, and strive to build a strong, healthy future for all children, youth, families and communities.