1172: ALTERNATIVE CARE WORKER – LONGLAC

Northwest Employment Works; Longlac; On-site; CAD 42,609 - 55,599; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused employment agency in Ontario is looking for an Alternative Care Worker to provide protection and care for children, engaging in Alternative Care and Adoption duties per government regulations. Candidates should hold at least a two-year Human Services Diploma and ideally have experience with Anishinabek families. The role requires flexibility in hours and regular travel. Salary is between $30.93 and $40.36 per hour, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of experience with Anishinabek children, youth, individuals, families and communities.
• Preferably experience in Child Welfare.
• Satisfactory Criminal Records Search and Vulnerable Sector Screen.

Responsibilities

• Provide protection and care for children through Alternative Care and Adoption duties.

Skills

Ability to work flexible hours

Ability to travel regularly

Ability to act on an on-call basis

Possess a Class “G” Driver’s License

Clean driving record

Education

Human Services Worker Diploma (minimum two years)

Three-year BSW (preferred)

Job description

Position Overview

The Alternative Care Worker is responsible for providing the protection and care of children by performing duties of Alternative Care and Adoption as may be required, in accordance with provisions of the Child and Family Services Act, Ministry Regulations and Standards, Abuse Protocols, and Dilico Anishinabek Family Care policies and procedures.

Qualifications and Requirements

• A minimum two-year Human Services Worker Diploma
• A three-year BSW is preferred
• A minimum two years experience with Anishinabek children, youth, individuals, families and communities
• Preferably Child Welfare experience
• A satisfactory Criminal Records Search, Vulnerable Sector Screen
• Ability to work flexible hours
• Ability to travel regularly
• Ability to act on an “on-call” basis as determined by the respective Service Manager in relation to service requirements
• Must possess a Class “G” Driver’s License with $1 million liability insurance
• Possess a clean driving record and have access to a personal vehicle which will pass a safety inspection
• Candidates without the specific education qualifications and where the position does not require certified qualification to practice, but who possess an appropriate combination of experience and other academic qualifications will also be considered

Hours of Work: 32.5 hours per week

Salary Range: $30.93 To 40.36 Hourly