1240: CHILD WELLNESS WORKER

Anishinabek Employment & Training Services; Ontario; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team focused on the well-being of children and families. As a Children’s Wellness Worker, you will play a vital role in ensuring the protection and support of children in care, following established protocols and regulations. This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of Anishinabek children and families, while working in a supportive environment that values your contributions. If you have a passion for human services and are ready to take on flexible hours and travel, this full-time role could be the perfect fit for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum two-year Human Services Diploma; three-year BSW preferred.
• Two years experience with Anishinabek children and families required.

Responsibilities

• Provide protection for children in care as per regulations.
• Ensure service needs of children in care are met.

Skills

Child Welfare Experience

Human Services Knowledge

Flexible Working Hours

Driver's License

Education

Human Services Diploma

Bachelor of Social Work (BSW)

Tools

Personal Vehicle

Job description

Under the direction of the Children’s Wellness or District Child Welfare Service Manager, the Children’s Wellness Worker is responsible for providing the protection of children in care by performing duties 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. The Children’s Services Worker is responsible for ensuring that all of the service needs of children in care of the agency are met.

Employment Type: Full Time

Job Occupation Type: Accommodation, travel, tourism and related services supervisors

Total Positions: 1

Wage: $30.93 To $40.36 Hourly

Hours/Week: 32.5

Days of Work: n/a

Closing Date / Apply By: 11/5/2024

Start Date: n/a

Qualifications:

• A minimum two-year Human Services Diploma is required. A three-year BSW is preferred.
• A minimum of two years experience with Anishinabek children, youth, individuals, and families.
• Preferably Child Welfare experience.
• 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.
• Satisfactory Criminal Records Search; including Vulnerable Sector Check.
• Required to work flexible hours, travel regularly, and to act on an “on-call” basis as determined by the respective Manager in relation to service requirements.
• Must possess a valid Class G Driver’s License and access to a reliable personal vehicle with $1 million dollar liability.