Kainaiwa Children’s Services Corporation - Assessor (BTCPS)

UpSourced HR; Stand Off; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Kainaiwa Children's Services Corporation is seeking an Assessor to determine child risk, plan services, and coordinate with families and professionals. The role requires interviewing families, assessing needs, and deciding on investigations or interventions in line with relevant laws.

The position emphasizes collaboration with schools, health professionals, and law enforcement, with a focus on culturally informed practice and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Social Work or related degree/diploma.
• Working knowledge of Blackfoot Language is essential.
• Excellent interviewing, assessment and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Knowledge of child welfare legislation and policies governing actions.
• Must undergo a Child Welfare Information System check and Criminal Record check.
• Valid Driver's Licence and vehicle are required.
• Confidentiality is a necessity.

Responsibilities

• Collect information through interviews with children, parents and others to determine risk to the child.
• Assess unmet needs and strengths/ weaknesses of home environment and options for addressing them.
• Determine whether to open or close a file and complete related paperwork.
• Conduct ongoing assessment to develop or amend the service plan for the client.
• Execute removal or apprehension of a child if required.
• Prepare and present documentation to obtain status in court.
• Attend trial to present evidence and stabilize the case before transfer to case management.
• Educate community members and professionals about the child welfare role and resources.
• Liaise with community resources, schools, healthcare and law enforcement for information sharing and referrals.
• Complete necessary paperwork and records.

Skills

Interviewing

Assessment

Analytical skills

Written & verbal communication

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor of Social Work

BA in related human services

SW certificate/diploma

Job description

Kainaiwa Children's Services Corporation is a growing, dynamic First Nations organization providing programs and services to Blood Tribe children and families in need of support and protection so that they can become positive, healthy contributing members of our community; while maintaining KCSC's Vision, Mission Statements and incorporating Blood Tribe Traditions through "Kainayssini" the Declaration of the Elders of the Blood Indian Nation.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The focus of the Assessor is to determine whether a child is at risk as defined in the applicable legislation. The Assessor will determine how to proceed with a case, determine risk to the child and the need for more intrusive action in cases known to be dangerous or involving sexual abuse, and identify unmet needs and appropriate service providers and other resources, including extended family. The Assessor will also recommend the status to be pursued, including recommending the opening or closing of an investigation, and will take necessary action in accordance with Authority policies and procedures. Consequences of actions taken have life impacting implications.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Collect information through contacts and personal interviews with the children, parents, and significant others to determine the nature and degree of risk to the child.

Assessment

Collect and analyze information to identify the child's unmet needs, and the strengths and weaknesses of the home or family environment and options for dealing with the child.

Assess whether the child is at risk and whether the family can adequately protect the child.

Determine, as the end result of the assessment, whether to open or close a file and process related paperwork.

Conduct ongoing assessment of the client's situation in developing or amending the service plan.

Execute removal or apprehension of a child if required.

Court Work

Prepare and present all documentation necessary to obtain status.

Attend trial to prepare and present evidence.

Stabilize the case before transfer to case management.

Provide a smooth transition for the child and family from investigation to case management.

Educate community members, including other professionals, about the child welfare role, applicable legislation, and other community resources.

Contacts

Liaise with community and department/government resources for referral and information sharing and gathering.

Liaise with school counsellors, teachers, and psychologists to collect information with a view to resolving the problem.

Liaise with medical and hospital personnel to gather information.

Liaise with the child and the family of the child to collect information for assessment purposes.

Liaise with law enforcement officials, lawyers including department lawyers, and probation officers.

Liaise with the intake worker to clarify intake information.

Liaise with culturally specific resources, such as band consultation.

Liaise with previous workers of the child.

Complete all necessary paperwork, including contact notes and service plans.

QUALIFICATIONS

Should possess one of the following: Bachelor of Social Work degree, Bachelor of Arts degree in a related human services field, or Social Work or Child and Youth Care diploma; equivalent additional education or experience may be considered.

Working knowledge of the Blackfoot Language is essential.

Excellent interviewing, assessment, and analytical skills is an asset.

Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Knowledge of the applicable child welfare legislation and policies which govern actions and provide legal authorities, Child Welfare Protocols, and regional directives.

Must undergo a Child Welfare Information System check and a Criminal Record check.

A valid Driver's Licence and vehicle are required.

Confidentiality is a necessity.

WHY WORK FOR US

We offer competitive compensation, health and dental benefits for eligible employees, and ongoing training opportunities.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

Resume and cover letter are required for consideration.

Please note that the successful candidate(s) will be required to provide a current Criminal Record Check and Intervention Record Check, education verification, three employment references, and a valid driver's licence and/or driver's abstract.

This posting will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.