1466: ASSISTANT DIRECTOR – CHILD WELFARE

Northwest Employment Works; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused organization in Thunder Bay seeks an Assistant Director of Child Welfare to manage and enhance their Quality Assurance program. Ideal candidates will hold a BSW or similar degree, have several years in Child Welfare and management roles, and possess strong statistical analysis skills. This position offers a flexible schedule and is committed to supporting Anishinabek families within the community.

Benefits

Optional Flexible schedule

OMERS Pension plan

Generous paid vacation time

Paid time off at Christmas

Health benefits including dental and vision

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-year BSW or related degree required; HBSW preferred.
• 3+ years experience in Child Welfare/Protection services.
• 2 years management level experience preferred.
• Experience in research and statistical analysis is an asset.
• Direct service experience with Anishinabek children and families.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Dilico Quality Assurance program.
• Develop service standards and conduct audits.
• Report on quality assurance and program evaluation.
• Design and implement the organization’s quality assurance system.

Skills

Child Welfare Experience

Statistical Analysis

Management Experience

Flexibility in Hours

Education

BSW or related undergraduate degree

HBSW degree

Job description

Why should you choose Dilico?

• Optional Flexible schedule to support work-life balance
• OMERS Pension plan available to all employees
• Competitive salaries
• 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

Number of Positions:1

Position Location: Thunder Bay, ON (this is not a remote position)

Closing Date: October 21, 2025

Competition #: 1466

Position Overview:

Under the Direction of the Director of Child Welfare (or designate) the Assistant Director of Child Welfare is responsible for managing the Dilico Quality Assurance program. The Quality Assurance program includes the development of service standards and audits, continuous quality improvement and developing plans to meet quality assurance objectives. The Assistant Director of Child Welfare provides reports on quality assurance and program evaluation as well as statistical analysis for the organization. The Assistant Director of Child Welfare identifies designs and implements the organization’s quality assurance system to ensure compliance with best services practice.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• A minimum 3 year BSW or undergraduate degree in a related social sciences field is required.A four-year HBSW degree is preferred.Candidates without the specific education qualifications, but who possess an appropriate combination of child welfare experience and other academic qualifications will also be considered.
• three or more years experience in Child Welfare/Protection services;
• 2 years experience at a management level in child welfare is preferred
• Experience in research and statistical analysis is an asset
• Previous experience with implementation of quality assurance program would be considered an asset.
• Direct service experience with Anishinabek children and families.
• satisfactory Criminal Records Search;
• ability to work flexible hours as determined by the Director or designate in relation to service delivery requirements;
• must posses a valid Ontario Driver’s license and have access to a personal vehicle;

Hours of Work:35 hours per week

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.