Kinship Services Worker - Chatham-Kent, Canada - Linck Child, Youth & Family Supports

Linck Child, Youth & Family Supports
Linck Child, Youth & Family Supports
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Chatham-Kent, Canada

1 month ago

Sophia Lee

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Description
Linck Child, Youth & Family Supports ("Linck") requires one (1) permanent, part-time Kinship Services Worker. Hours of work will be 21 hours per week. The start date of this position will be as soon as possible.

The incumbent provides a variety of services related to the ongoing support of Kinship Services (out of care) families.

Services related to the initial screening and assessment, orientation, training and approval process for those individuals interested in providing Kinship Services (out of care) for a child/youth.

He/she provides services related to the selection and placement of a child/youth in a Kinship Service (out of care) home upon the request of another social worker.


Qualifications:
- four year Honours Bachelors degree (BA); Bachelor of Social Work degree (BSW); or Indigenous degree would be an asset;
- up to three (3) months of practical experience;
- up to date knowledge of Kinship Service Standards and Ministry Regulations would be an asset;
- knowledge of the Differential Response Model for Child Protection in Ontario as well as of the Child, Youth and Family Services Act, Ministry standards and guidelines and Agency policies and procedures would be an asset;
- completed training in PRIDE curriculum and SAFE home study tool would be an asset;
- knowledge of dynamics of separation and attachment between parent figures and children;
- preference will be given to persons with a strong understanding and extensive experience working with other cultures, heritages and traditions;
- a commitment to developing the highest quality culturally-appropriate service possible for the various communities that we serve;
- computer and keyboarding skills;
- the ability to communicate in French is an asset;
- a valid driver's license and use of a reliable personal vehicle; and
- double vaccination or a valid medical exemption for COVID-19 in accordance with agency policy.


Job Types:
Part-time, Permanent


Salary:
$31.53-$39.00 per hour


Benefits:


  • Company events
  • Company pension
  • Dental care
  • Disability insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Extended health care
  • Flextime
  • Life insurance
  • Onsite parking
  • Paid time off
  • Vision care
  • Wellness program
  • Work from home

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday
  • Weekend availability

Application question(s):

  • Are you an Authorized Child Protection Worker in the province of Ontario?
  • In accordance with Agency policy, staff must be at least double vaccinated against COVID19 or have a valid medical exemption. Do you meet this requirement?

Work Location:
Hybrid remote in Chatham-Kent, ON
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