1384: ALTERNATIVE CARE WORKER

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

Job summary

A leading service provider in Ontario is seeking an Alternative Care Worker to oversee the care and protection of children within the community. This full-time role requires a Human Services Worker Diploma, experience with Anishinabek families, and the ability to work flexible hours. Benefits include a comprehensive health plan and generous paid time off.

Benefits

OMERS Pension plan

Paid vacation time

Paid time off at Christmas

EFAP for employees and families

Benefit plan including dental and healthcare

Qualifications

• Minimum two-year Human Services Worker Diploma required.
• Two years’ experience with Anishinabek children preferred.
• Must possess a Class “G” Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Provide protection and care for children as per the Child and Family Services Act.
• Perform duties related to Alternative Care and Adoption.

Skills

Experience with Anishinabek children

Flexibility

Driving

Education

Human Services Worker Diploma

Bachelor of Social Work (BSW)

Job description

• OMERS Pension plan available to all employees
• Generous paid vacation time for Permanent employees
• Paid time off at Christmas above paid vacation time
• EFAP available to all employees and their families
• Benefit plan that includes dental, healthcare, and vision services for Permanent employees
• A chance to make a difference in the community

Position Overview:

Under the direction of the Alternative Care Service Manager, 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.

Employment Type

Full Time

Job Occupation Type

Accommodation, travel, tourism and related services supervisors

Total Positions

1

Wage

$32.66 To $41.37 Hourly

Hours/Week

32.5

Days of Work

n/a

Closing Date / Apply By

6/3/2025

Start Date

n/a

Qualifications

• A minimum two-year Human Services Worker Diploma is required. A three-year BSW is preferred.
• a minimum 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 Vulnerable Sector Search;
• 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 Class “G” Driver’s License and have access to a personal vehicle with $1 million dollar liability.

Only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

Dilico is committed to diversity in the workplace and encourages applications from all qualified candidates.

Dilico gives preference to Anishinabek people.

Dilico Anishinabek Family Care

200 Anemki Place | Fort William First Nation | ON | P7J1L6