First Nations/Metis/Inuit Candidates - Child Protection Worker (12-Month Contract)

Niijaansinaanik Child and Family Services is a culture based organization responsive to the holistic needs of all children, youth and families.

Niijaansinaanik provides services that reflect values, beliefs, and principles rooted within the Anishinabek culture. We believe the care of children and youth is the responsibility of an entire community.

While working in the present, we acknowledge history and its impacts on our people in relations to outside influences, and strive to build a strong, healthy future for all children, youth, families and communities.

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 Wasauksing First Nations.

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
• Statutory and agency holidays
• Competitive vacation
• Employee Assistance Program

Closing Date : May 17th, 2024.

Position Location : Henvey Inlet First Nation (servicing Wahnapitae First Nation)

Niijaansinaanik is committed to providing a barrier-free work environment in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code.

Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in the recruitment process.

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.

Self-Identify as First Nations, Metis, or Inuit

• Strong oral / written communication skills
• Minimum education is a Community College Diploma in Social Services, but 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 Anishnawbekculture, 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.
• 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 three-year uncertified Driver’s Abstract
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