Social Worker: Family Support & Safeguarding (Relocation)

Oxfordshire County Council; Town of Oxford; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in Canada is seeking a qualified Social Worker to manage a caseload of children and families using a strengths-based approach. The ideal candidate will possess good knowledge of safeguarding and relevant legislation, prepare essential reports, and actively engage with families and partner agencies. Offering relocation allowance and excellent benefits including a comprehensive pension scheme and a generous leave policy.

Benefits

Welcome and Loyalty payment of £3,500

Relocation allowance of up to £8,000

Annual leave starting at 30 days per year

Comprehensive Local Government Pension Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Family-friendly policies

Childcare vouchers and cycle-to-work scheme

Learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Possess good working knowledge of services relevant to children, young people and families.
• Understanding of relevant legislation, guidance, policy and procedures.
• Ability to prepare written reports including child protection conference reports.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload tailored to experience, prioritizing children and families' needs.
• Prepare and submit reports as required for child protection and legal proceedings.
• Maintain accurate case records using ICT.

Skills

Safeguarding knowledge

Motivational Interviewing

Engagement with partner agencies

Education

Qualified Social Worker

Job description

A local authority in Canada is seeking a qualified Social Worker to manage a caseload of children and families using a strengths-based approach. The ideal candidate will possess good knowledge of safeguarding and relevant legislation, prepare essential reports, and actively engage with families and partner agencies. Offering relocation allowance and excellent benefits including a comprehensive pension scheme and a generous leave policy.