Child Protection Worker - Brantford, Canada - Child and Family Services of Grand Erie

Child and Family Services of Grand Erie

Verified Company

Brantford, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

POSITION:
Child Protection Worker - Children and Youth - Indigenous Services

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Permanent Full-time, Unionized

POSTING NUMBER:

START DATE:
To be determined

HOME LOCATION:
Brantford (regular travel within the agency's jurisdiction is required as well as occasional travel outside of the agency's jurisdiction)
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All applicants must have an Indigenous, Metis or Inuit background and/or enhanced knowledge of Indigenous, Metis, and Inuit culture including but not limited to the impact of colonization, residential schools and intergenerational trauma. Preference will be given to Indigenous, Metis, and Inuit applicants._

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

B.S.W. or M.S.W. or enrolled in a University of recognized standing,

Equivalent as deemed suitable by the Executive Director with a willingness to complete a B.S.W. program
Must have a valid Ontario "G" class driver's license and reliable vehicle.

RESPONSIBLE TO:
Service Manager - Children and Youth Services

Under Supervision:

The Child Protection Worker - Children and Youth assumes case management responsibilities for children in care and youth transitioning from care.

The Child Protection Worker develops and executes holistic plans of care to ensure optimal development, continuity and permanent outcomes for children and youth.

The provision of child and youth services includes building therapeutic relationships with families of origin, kin caregivers, adoptive families, foster families, alternate residential resources and community caregivers.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

Under Supervision:

Provide services consistent with the overall direction provided by the Child Welfare Manager, the requirements of the Child, Youth and Family Services Act (CYFSA), Ministry requirements and the Society's policies and procedures
Work directly with children and youth to ensure their voice is heard, their preferences are understood, they have opportunities to participate decision making in accordance with their age and stage of development, and their wishes are given appropriate weight/consideration
Affirm children and youth's identities and enhance cultural connections while in care
Build therapeutic relationships with parents/caregivers, extended family, resource and alternate caregivers, as well as the community
Develop holistic plans of care to promote optimal development, continuity and best outcomes for children and youth
Coordinate services needed by children and youth in care
Initiate and participate in Family Circles and Family Group Conferences as well as other case conferences to support planning for children and youth in care
Assess any risk to children and youth's placements and develop safety plans if deemed necessary
Contribute to ongoing development of alternate care homes through obtaining feedback from children and youth in care
Support children and youth with transitions such as reuniting with parents/caregivers, placements with extended family and other placement changes
Prepare documentation for court purposes and provide evidence in court
Actively uphold the principles identified in the Society's Code of Ethics
Other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED

Personal integrity, responsibility and a commitment to the best interests and elevating the voices of children and youth
Knowledge of child development, behaviour, and the potential impacts of trauma
Awareness and competency in identifying bias, discrimination and racism and a commitment to exemplify the organization's dedication to social justice and reducing barriers for children, youth, families, colleagues, and the broader community
Knowledge of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada Calls to Action and the impacts of colonization, residential schools, the sixties scoop and the continued overrepresentation of Indigenous children in care on Indigenous people
Understanding of Indigenous practices
Recognition of the power and authority that child welfare staff inherently hold and commitment to disrupt this power dynamic and work collaboratively alongside families, youth, and children
Demonstrated skills in work with adolescents and preparing youth for independence
Demonstrated skills in assessment, case planning and ongoing intervention planning
Demonstrated ability to communicate verbally and to write clear, concise reports and to be able to meet deadlines and other administrative requirements
Ability to work independently and cooperatively as a part of a team setting
Openness to ongoing learning and professional development

Consent for Police