Child Protection Worker

Hamilton-Child-and-Family-Supports; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Hamilton Child and Family Supports is seeking a skilled Child Protection Worker for a temporary full-time role in Hamilton, Ontario. The position focuses on investigations, protection services for an assigned caseload, and crisis intervention when needed.

Applicants must have a BSW or MSW, a valid Ontario driver's license with access to a vehicle, liability insurance, and the ability to provide a Vulnerable Sector check and Driver's Abstract.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) or Master of Social Work (MSW) from an accredited program.
• Valid Ontario driver's license and access to a personal vehicle (4-5 passengers).
• Proof of two-million-dollar liability insurance coverage.
• Vulnerable Sector check and Driver's Abstract from the Ministry of Transportation.

Responsibilities

• The investigation of complaints and referrals concerning children possibly in need of protection.
• Providing protection services to an assigned caseload.
• Requests for service to adolescents and child abuse referrals; provision of emergency / crisis intervention service when required.
• Providing organizational and administrative duties associated with the assigned caseload.
• Working as an active team member, including back-up and participation in unit meetings.

Education

Bachelor of Social Work

Master of Social Work

Job description

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Hamilton Child and Family Supports was established in 1894 as a not-for-profit charitable organization, mandated under the Child, Youth and Family Services Act of Ontario, focusing on the well-being and protection of children. The organization is committed to the strengthening of families, while valuing diversity and promoting equity.

We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live and serve.The organization encourages applicants from all qualified individuals.

We are currently seeking a skilled and committed individual to join our team as a:

CHILD PROTECTION WORKER

Temporary Full Time -Up to One (1) year Contract

$70,031 - $92,066 per year

(34 hours per week)

Under the mandate of the Child, Youth and Family Services Act, major responsibilities include:

• The investigation of complaints and referrals received concerning children possibly in need of protection.


• Providing protection services to an assigned caseload.


• Requests for service to adolescents and child abuse referrals; provision of emergency / crisis intervention service when required.


• Providing organizational and administrative duties associated with the assigned caseload.


• Working as an active team member, which includes back-up when necessary and participation in unit meetings.

The successful candidate must possess a Bachelor of Social Work and/or a Master of Social Work from an accredited post-secondary educational institution. Candidates must also have a valid Ontario driver's license, access to a personal vehicle with a minimum occupancy of 4-5 passengers, and proof of two-million-dollar liability insurance coverage. The successful candidate will be required to provide a Vulnerable Sector check, and a Driver's Abstract from the Ministry of Transportation, satisfactory to the agency.

As an employer, Hamilton Child and Family Supports is committed to:

• A culture of inclusiveness and diversity reflecting our diverse service recipients, staff, and community alike.


• Providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices.


• In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code providing accommodation supports during the selection and interview process if required.

All employees of the organization are expected to demonstrate respect, empathy, and accountability to the children and families we serve and each other.

HCFS does not utilize Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies in our recruitment or selection process.