1471: ALTERNATIVE CARE WORKER

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

Job summary

A community service organization in Northwestern Ontario is seeking an Alternative Care Worker. Responsibilities include protecting and caring for children and performing duties related to Alternative Care and Adoption. Candidates should have at least a two-year Human Services Worker Diploma and relevant experience with Anishinabek communities. The role offers competitive pay and a flexible work schedule.

Benefits

OMERS Pension plan

Competitive salaries

Generous paid vacation time

Paid time off at Christmas

Comprehensive benefit plan

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of experience with Anishinabek children, youth, individuals, families, and communities.
• Preference for candidates with Child Welfare experience.
• Must possess a Class 'G' Driver’s License with $1 million liability insurance.

Responsibilities

• Provide protection and care of children according to relevant legislation and policies.
• Perform duties related to Alternative Care and Adoption.
• Work on an 'on-call' basis as required.

Skills

Flexibility

Cultural competency

Communication

Education

Human Services Worker Diploma

Bachelor of Social Work (BSW)

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

Positions Available: 1 – Permanent Full Time

Competition #: 1471

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: $32.66 To $41.37 Hourly

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

Dilico gives preference to Anishinabek people.