Children's Services Worker

Linck Child, Youth and Family Supports; Chatham; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A multi-service agency located in Ontario is seeking a Children's Services Worker for a full-time contract position. The role requires providing protective and preventative services under provincial law, managing adoption and children's services, and participating in court matters. Candidates should possess a four-year degree in relevant fields, have experience in child welfare, and ideally possess skills in assessment and cultural competency. Applications must be submitted by December 20, 2025.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year and up to three years experience in child welfare preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Ontario's Child, Youth and Family Services Act.
• Understanding of social casework principles related to service delivery.

Responsibilities

• Provide protective and preventative services mandated under the Child Youth and Family Services Act.
• Assume case management responsibility for adoption and children’s services.
• Participate in Ontario Court of Justice matters related to child protection.

Skills

Assessment skills

Knowledge of community resources

Culturally-responsive service

Computer and keyboarding skills

Communication in French

Education

Four-year Honours Bachelor's degree or Bachelor of Social Work degree

Completed Child Welfare Pathway to Authorization Series

Job description

Linck Child, Youth & Family Supports (“Linck”) requires a Children’s Services Worker. This is a contract , full-time (70 hours bi-weekly) position beginning as soon as possible and lasting for three (3) months.

The worker will provide protective and preventative service as mandated under the Child Youth and Family Services Act to families and children; assume complete case management responsibility for a combined adoption and children’s services caseload; assess child functioning; provide therapeutic intervention to children; provide protective services to children which includes: ensuring all of the child’s needs and rights are met; participating as required in Ontario Court of Justice matters pertaining to child protection or youth justice issues; preparing reports, correspondence and documents for internal and external use; providing a variety of services related to adoption.

Qualifications

• Four-year Honours Bachelors degree (BA); Bachelor of Social Work degree (BSW); or Indigenous degree would be an asset.
• Preference will be given to candidates who have completed the Child Welfare Pathway to Authorization Series and/or are Authorized workers.
• Over one year and up to and including three years experience in child welfare preferred.
• Knowledge of the Differential Response Model for Child Protection in Ontario; the Child, Youth and Family Services Act; Ministry standards and guidelines in the area of Children in Care and Licensing Standards, and Adoption Services is essential.
• Knowledge of Signs of Safety Framework of client engagement.
• Strong knowledge of community resources.
• An understanding of social casework principles as they relate to service delivery to children, adolescents and families in both an individual and group format.
• Strong assessment skills in order to assess clients needs, formulate plans of service and monitor/evaluate progress.
• Preference will be given to persons with a strong understanding and extensive experience working with other cultures, heritages and traditions.
• A commitment to developing the highest quality culturally-responsive service possible for the various communities that we serve.
• Computer and keyboarding skills.
• The ability to communicate in French is an asset.
• A valid driver’s license and use of a reliable personal vehicle.

Please submit resumes by 4:30pm on December 20, 2025 quoting the posting number to:

• Human Resources.
• E-mail: [e-mail].

Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

We welcome applications from racialized groups; First Nation, Inuit, or Métis persons; persons with disabilities; persons of any sexual orientation; and persons of any gender identity or gender expression. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code.

About Linck Child, Youth & Family Supports

Linck Child, Youth & Family Supports (Linck) is an accredited multi-service agency that provides developmental, mental health, youth justice and protection services to children, youth and their families. We are governed by a volunteer Board of Directors who are elected from within the community. Programs and services are developed in response to the needs of children, youth, and families in our community.