Child Welfare Training Manager

Dilico Anishinabek Family Care; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Integrated Training and Quality Improvement Staff Development Manager to lead the delivery of Child Welfare services. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the community by supervising staff, managing training programs, and ensuring adherence to the Agency’s Mikinaak Service Model. The position emphasizes cultural competency and requires flexibility in hours and travel. Join a forward-thinking organization committed to diversity and the welfare of Indigenous children and families.

Benefits

OMERS Pension Plan

Flexible Schedule

Generous Paid Vacation

Paid Time Off at Christmas

Benefit Plan (Dental, Healthcare, Vision)

Employee Family Assistance Program (EFAP)

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years BSW or Social Services Degree required.
• 3+ years managerial experience in Child Welfare Protection Services.

Responsibilities

• Manage delivery of Child Welfare services and supervise staff.
• Deliver training modules and enhance curricula with Indigenous content.

Skills

Management in Child Welfare Services

Adult Education Principles

Cultural Competency

Group Facilitation

Consultation Skills

Education

Bachelor of Social Work (BSW)

Four-Year Honours Bachelor of Social Work (HBSW)

Tools

Training Programs

Online Discussion Platforms

Job description

Why should YOU choose Dilico?

• Optional Hybrid work schedule
• Optional Flexible schedule to support work-life balance
• OMERS Pension plan available to all employees
• Competitive salaries
• Generous paid vacation time
• 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
• A chance to make a difference in the community
  
  

Positions Available: 1 – Full-Time Position

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

Closing Date: May 13, 2025

Competition #: 1364

Position Overview

Under the direction of the designated Assistant Director of Child Welfare, the INTEGRATED TRAINING AND QUALITY IMPROVEMENT STAFF DEVELOPMENT MANAGER is responsible for managing the delivery of Child Welfare services; provides direction and supervision to Child Welfare staff; ensures consistency of standards within the Agency’s Mikinaak Service Model so that services and programs express the policies and procedures of Dilico, and are within the legal framework of the Child and Youth Family Services Act (CYFSA).

Under the direction of the Assistant Director of Child Welfare, the INTEGRATED TRAINING AND QUALITY IMPROVEMENT STAFF DEVELOPMENT MANAGER is responsible to deliver Child Welfare training modules to staff and review/recommend changes to enhance curricula to ensure Indigenous content. The Child Welfare Training Manager serves as a trainer in a variety of capacities; in the classroom, on a web-based discussion group or chat group, supporting learners engaged in self-study.

The INTEGRATED TRAINING AND QUALITY IMPROVEMENT STAFF DEVELOPMENT MANAGER, in conjunction with the Management Team, is responsible for ensuring the implementation of integrated service delivery from the initial point of contact to discharge for all children, youth, and families receiving services from Dilico.

Qualifications And Requirements

• A minimum three (3) year BSW or other three (3) year Social Services Degree is required. A four (4) year HBSW 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 (3) years or more managerial experience in Child Welfare Protection Services.
• Direct service experience with Indigenous children, youth families and communities.
• Expertise in application of adult education principles and methods, group facilitation, consensus building and consultation.
• Experience in delivering training programs to meet the needs of diverse adult participant groups.
• Knowledge of cultural competency.
• Required to work flexible hours, travel regularly as determined by the respective Assistant Director of Child Welfare in relation to service requirements.
• Must possess a Class “G” Driver’s License and have access to a personal vehicle which will pass a safety inspection.
• Must havethe ability to work shift work, flexible hours.
• A valid Class “G” Driver’s license, access to a reliable personal vehicle, and $1,000,000 liability vehicle insurance.
• A current criminal and vulnerable records check (within 6 months).
  
  

Hours of Work: 32.5 hours per week

If you experience issues with our online application system, please apply directly at [e-mail] the competition number must be quoted in the email subject line.

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.