Child Protection Worker

Child Protection Worker Thunder Bay Office

One (1) Full Time, Permanent Position (33.75 hours / week)

The Child Protection Worker receives referral information, investigates allegations of abuse and neglect, assesses the need for ongoing agency involvement, and provides short or long-term therapeutic interventions and support as required to prevent circumstances which may lead to child maltreatment.

The incumbent has accountability for case decision-making and direction. This work is ideal for individuals interested in social work, a changing and challenging work environment, and who enjoy working from a collaborative, strength-based perspective.

Duties Include :

• Provide protection and counselling services to families and children, including placing and supporting children in alternative care settings when indicated by safety assessments.
• Undertake family and individual assessments.
• Develop partnerships in the community and collaborate with other social services in a community-based model of service.
• Prepare reports, correspondence, and documents for internal and external use, including legal matters.
• Participate in case conferences, staff meetings and professional development opportunities both within and outside the agency.
• Travel within the region to meet the needs of families and services.
• Travel to the District as required.

Position Requirements :

• B.A. or equivalent combination of education or experience.
• B.S.W or H.B.S.W. education preferred.
• Candidates with other academic qualifications and related work experience, plus demonstrated ability, will be considered, and are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Contribute to a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion with a commitment to the elimination of disparity and disproportionality in service outcomes.
• Demonstrated understanding of the Child Welfare Organization within the community context, and an aptitude to learn the theories and skill sets associated with child protection work.
• Knowledge and experience in applying therapeutic approaches with children and families within an anti-oppressive, strengths based, collaborative framework.
• Demonstrated ability to gather, integrate and interpret complex information.
• Demonstrated ability to assess risk and to formulate and carry out service plans in collaboration with the family and other community resources.
• Excellent crisis intervention skills.
• Strong time management skills and ability to work effectively under pressure.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrated knowledge, skills, and abilities to work effectively with diverse communities.
• Proven ability to work as an integral member of a team.
• Computer literate.
• Reliable vehicle, safe driving record and valid G Driver’s License.
• Upon offer of employment, submission of a Current Criminal Records Check (Vulnerable Sector), deemed satisfactory to the employer.

APPLICATION INFORMATION Applications received to April 22, 2024 @ 5 : 00 PM.