First Nations/metis/inuit Candidates - Parry Sound, Canada - Niijaansinaanik Child and Family Services

Niijaansinaanik Child and Family Services

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Parry Sound, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

Reporting to the Team Supervisor, the Child Protection Worker is responsible for a varied caseload including investigating and assessing matters pertaining to children/youth in need of protection; providing support services to families, children/youth, Alternative Care Providers, Kin Care placements and supporting children/youth in and out-of-home placements in accordance with the Child Youth and Family Services Act, Ministry Standards, Child Protection Protocols, Risk Assessment tools, Agency Policies and Procedures and First Nation Standards of Practice.

Total Compensation includes:

OMERS pension plan
Comprehensive Health Benefits plan
15 recognized statutory holidays
Competitive vacation
Employee Assistance Program

Position Locations:
Sudbury, Shawanaga, Wasausking & Magnetawan First Nations

Application Deadline:
Open until filled.

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Preference will be given to applicants of Native ancestry, please self-identify. _
_We thank all those applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

_REQUIREMENTS**:

Self-Identify as First Nations, Metis, or Inuit
Strong oral/written communication skills
Minimum education is a Community College Diploma in Social Services OR Native Child Protection Worker Diploma may be considered
Bachelor of Social Work Degree Preferred
Previous direct experience in a social services agency would be an asset
Respect for, sensitivity towards as well as knowledge and understanding of Anishnawbek culture, traditions and the Seven Grandfather Teachings
Knowledge of First Nation service delivery, customs and traditions in relation to Child Protection Knowledge of external services and service agencies
Knowledge and understanding of the Child, Youth and Family Services Act
Excellent computer skills and MS Office software
Knowledge of Niijaansinaanik Child and Family Services programs and services, or other services agencies would be an asset
Provide a clear Police Records Check with Vulnerable Sector Check
Provide a Class 'G' Ontario Driver's License, have access to a vehicle and ability to travel
Have $1M auto insurance liability coverage
Provide threeyear uncertified Driver's Abstract
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, Magnetawan, Shawanaga, and Wausauksing First Nations_