Community Care Program
BIG GRASSY RIVER OJIBWE FIRST NATION
P.O. Box 425, Morson, ON P0W 1J0
Phone: (807) 488 – 5606, (807) 488 – 5457, (807) 488 – 1153
Fax: (807) 488 – 9644
Family Preservation Worker
The Family Preservation Worker assists families in effectively addressing the emotional, physical, cultural, intellectual and spiritual needs of their children, Families access services through referral from
Weechi-it-te-win Family Services, The over-arching purpose of this position is to work with families collaboratively to enhance the safety of children and reduce the risk of abuse or neglect. Reporting to the Supervisor, Family and Community Programs, this position provides direct one-to-one support to parents in their home or out in the community. Services include educating parents about child care and child development; advocacy for parents/families; encourage nurturing behavior and interaction between parents and their children; and assisting parents and families in accessing relevant community resources. The position will also provide other various duties to assist social workers in case management.
Primary Qualifications:
* Bachelor’s Degree in social work or related field and 2 Yrs Exp. in the provision of Child Welfare services OR; Asset but not Mandatory.Training will be made available.
*Community College Diploma in Social Work or related field and six years’ experience in the provision of Child Welfare Services; Asset but not Mandatory. Training will be made available.
*Knowledge of the Ontario Child and Family Services Act;
*Knowledge of Ontario’s Risk Assessment Model;
*Knowledge of community services, customs and traditions;
*Valid Driver’s License, Drivers Abstract and access to own vehicle;
Salary: Commensurate with experience. PFT 6-month probationary period.
This position is full time with a 6-month probationary period. POSITION AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY! DUE DATE FOR RESUME IS September 11 2020
Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Please send resume along with three work related references to:
Paul Duguay – Human Resource Officer or drop off at: Big Grassy Band Office
Big Grassy River First Nation 410 Anishinabe Way
P.O. Box 414 Big Grassy River F.N.
Morson, Ontario P0W 1J0
Fax – 807-488-5533 Email-paulbghr@gmail.com
Please note: Applications will be shortlisted in accordance with qualifications and only those applicants granted an interview will be contacted.
