Contract Child Protection Worker

Kunuwanimano Child and Family Services; Chapleau; On-site; CAD 62,000 - 78,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

OMERS pension

Health plan including medical, dental,

Competitive vacation leaves

Job summary

Kunuwanimano Child and Family Services in Chapleau, ON seeks a contract Child Welfare Worker to provide culturally informed services to First Nations families and children, manage a sensitive caseload, and collaborate with communities. The role requires a valid G license, willingness to travel, and on-call availability.

Responsibilities include crisis intervention, court testimony, advocacy for services, and maintaining documentation to support the agency’s recommendations.

Qualifications

• BSW with child welfare experience within First Nations communities or 2 years of social service experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Completion of OACAS New Worker Training Modules preferred.
• Must possess a valid G Ontario Driver’s licence, willingness to travel, flexible hours and be on-call when required.
• Must provide clear Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening.
• Ability to speak an Indigenous language is a major asset.

Responsibilities

• Provides fair, respectful, and culturally relevant services to First Nations children and families, per Agency policies and Ontario Child Protection Standards.
• Develops links with communities on and off reserve to explore service options and strategies.
• Provides ongoing child protection services to an assigned caseload of voluntary and non-voluntary clients.
• Investigates and assesses allegations of child abuse and maltreatment.
• Intervenes in crises, assesses risk, and determines actions including placement when needed.
• Advocates for children and families for support services within the community.
• Participates as a team member to achieve department objectives and may perform other duties.
• Coordinates customary care/society placements and documents the admission process.
• Acts as a witness in welfare, criminal, and juvenile court matters in support of recommendations.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Negotiation

Decision making

Planning

Organizational skills

Administrative skills

Oral and written communication

Education

BSW degree

2 years social service experience or equivalent

OACAS New Worker Training Modules (preferred)

Job description

Location: Chapleau, ON

Job type: Contract – 35 hours per week - Up to 18 months

Closing Date: October 19, 2026

Vacancy Status: Existing Position

What you will do in the role

• Provides fair, respectful, and culturally relevant services to First Nations children and families, consistent with the Agency’s By-Laws, Policies, Procedures, and the Ontario Child Protection Standards.
• Develops links with relevant communities on and off reserve to explore service options and strategies to address issues affecting First Nations children and families.
• Provides a range of ongoing child protection services to children and their families of an assigned caseload of both voluntary and non-voluntary clients.
• Investigates and assesses allegations of child abuse and/or maltreatment.
• Intervenes in crises situations, assesses risk to children and determines action which may include the need for alternative placement.
• Advocates on behalf of children and families for a variety of support services within the community.
• Participates as a member of the team in the achievement of departmental and team service objectives and targets, including performing other duties as required.
• Coordinates and facilitates customary care and society placements and prepares all required documents and supporting the child and family throughout the admission process.
• Acts as a witness in child welfare, criminal, and juvenile court matters in support of the agency’s recommendations.

Just a few reasons to join Kunuwanimano Child and Family Services

• Opportunity to work with a dynamic team with career growth across multiple departments.
• KCFS prides itself in providing its employees with job security, competitive wages, and a safe working environment.
• Training opportunities to support your success in the role.
• A defined contribution benefit pension plan (OMERS)
• Comprehensive Health Plan including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability insurance.
• Competitive vacation leaves

What you bring to the table

• BSW with previous child welfare experience within First Nations communities or 2 years of social service experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Completion of OACAS New Worker Training Modules preferred.
• Must possess a valid “G” Ontario Driver’s licence, be willing to travel, able to work flexible hours and provide on- call services when required.
• Must provide a $2M auto liability insurance.
• Must produce clear Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening
• Ability to speak an Indigenous language considered a major asset.
• Demonstrate excellent analytical, problem solving, negotiating, decision making, planning, organizational, administrative, and oral and written communication skills.

At Kunuwanimano Child and Family Services, we walk together in the spirit of respect, learning, and community. Our approach to hiring reflects our commitment to Indigenous-led service, Nation-based healing, and creating a workplace where everyone feels safe, valued, and supported.

We encourage applications from First Nations individuals, particularly those from Treaty 9 communities and our partner Nations. We honour education, professional experience, and the deep knowledge that comes from culture, community, and lived experience.

As an equitable employer, we welcome applications from all qualified persons, including those who identify as Two-Spirit, LGBTQ+, non-binary, francophone, persons with disabilities, and other equity‑seeking groups. Accommodation is available on request from candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

AI tools may be utilized to support recruitment processes, such as resume screening and candidate matching, while ensuring compliance with privacy laws and ethical standards. All AI-assisted decisions are reviewed by qualified professionals to maintain fairness and transparency.

In keeping with the traditional practices of Indigenous peoples, there may be occasions when the work environment includes exposure to smoke from the burning of sacred medicines such as tobacco, sweetgrass, sage, or cedar.

Please note that preference will be given to qualified Indigenous applicants. Please self-identify.

Meegwetch to all applicants, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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