Child Protection Worker

CHILD PROTECTION WORKER - MARATHON, ON

FULL TIME, CONTRACT – 12 MONTHS

The Child Protection Worker receives referral information, investigates allegations of maltreatment 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 rural social work, a changing and challenging work environment, and who enjoy working from a collaborative, strength-based perspective. Excellent training and professional development opportunities and a supportive work environment are provided, in addition to a generous salary and benefits package.

Duties Include :

• Provide protection and safety assessment services 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 district to meet the needs of families and services.

Position Requirements :

APPLICATION INFORMATION – Open until the position is filled.

The preferred method of application is to submit a cover letter and resume online at www.thunderbaycas.ca “Career Opportunities”. Individuals may also submit directly to : Human Resources, The Children’s Aid Society of the District of Thunder Bay, 1110 Jade Court, Thunder Bay, ON P7B 6M7.

TBCAS is committed to a candidate selection process and work environment that is inclusive and barrier free.

In order to ensure candidates are assessed in a fair and equitable manner, accommodations will be provided to prospective employees in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code.

We thank all applicants; however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

Job Types : Full-time, Fixed-term contract

Contract length : 12 months

Pay : From CA$34.66 per hour

Work Location : In person

Benefits :