Access to Information and Disclosure Worker - Newmarket, Canada - YORK REGION CHILDREN'S AID SOCIETY

YORK REGION CHILDREN'S AID SOCIETY

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Newmarket, Canada

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Description

June 1, 2023
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Access to Information and Disclosure Worker - 12 Month Contract

The York Region Children's Aid Society (YRCAS) is a non-profit community organization legally mandated to protect children and youth from abuse and neglect.

As a leader within the child welfare sector, we partner with parents, caregivers, and community to provide a safe environment for children and youth, through equitable, culturally aligned services.

Comprised of interdisciplinary teams of diverse professionals who push boundaries in support of family centered care, we engage with children and families for a stronger, healthier community within the York Region.

YRCAS is fully committed to a culture of belonging and an inclusive environment that encourages every team member to lead within their role, generate innovative ideas that reinforce our mission and goal to create a healthy workplace and community where children youth and families thrive.

To support us on our journey, YRCAS is looking for an Access to Information and Disclosure Worker to join our Legal Team.

Why Work for Us?

Hybrid working model (working virtual and in person)
Casual dress code
Employer paid Group Insurance and Health & Dental Benefit
Four (4) Weeks of Vacation accrued per calendar year
Five (5) float days per calendar year
One day off every three (3) weeks during Winter months
Shortened Summer hours
OMERS Pension, with employer and employee sharing premiums equally
CAA Membership Reimbursement and Mileage Reimbursement
Enhanced Wellness Initiatives Virtual Fitness Classes

SUMMARY OF DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The Access to Information/Disclosure Worker works closely with the Access to Information/Disclosure Supervisor to respond to access to information and disclosure requests in accordance with Part X of the

- _Child, Youth and Family Services Act, 2017_. The Access to Information/Disclosure Worker's role is to case manage requests received by the Society including but not limited to records checks, requests from clients, former clients, legal representatives, court ordered file disclosures, requests from office of the children's lawyers, treatment / service providers, etc. and to ensure that all requests are responded to in accordance with the legislation. The Access to Information/Disclosure worker will also process record correction requests and provide therapeutic support to requestors as necessary.

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NATURE OF POSITION:

Casemanage all disclosure requests as directed by the Access to Information/Disclosure supervisor including but not limited to clarifying requested information, completing searches, identifying and obtaining records responsive to the requests, processing correspondence, completing reports, summaries and forms, gathering statistics, printing, redacting and copying file information and all other related works pertaining to disclosure, in a time sensitive manner.
Prepares information for disclosure following prescribed policies, guidelines, procedures, legal requirements, legislation, and timelines. Uses judgement in balancing the right of access with the protection of personal and other confidential information in accordance with the Act, and Regulations and Orders of the Information & Privacy Commissioner, while ensuring that specific provisions of the Acts such as notification requirements are met. Works in collaboration with the Access to Information/Disclosure supervisor to prepare disclosure summary letters.
Prepares information for disclosure following prescribed policies, guidelines, procedures, legal requirements, legislation, and timelines. Uses judgement in balancing the right of access with the protection of personal and other confidential information in accordance with the Act, and Regulations and Orders of the Information & Privacy Commissioner, while ensuring that specific provisions of the
Prepares information for disclosure following prescribed policies, guidelines, procedures, legal requirements, legislation, and timelines. Uses judgement in balancing the right of access with the protection of personal and other confidential information in accordance with the Act, and Regulations and Orders of the Information & Privacy Commissioner, while ensuring that specific provisions of the Acts such as notification requirements are met. Works in collaboration with the Access to Information/Disclosure supervisor to prepare disclosure summary letters.
Processes and completes Record Correction requests and provides therapeutic support to requestors as necessary.
Works in collaboration with the Access to Information/Disclosure supervisor to provide information sessions to staff regarding disclosure policies and procedures. Acts as a support to staff regarding disclosure related policies and processes in consultation with the legal counsel.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience