Child and Youth Worker - Causal
Top Benefits
About the role
QULAIFICATIONS
Education and Experience
- Two (2) year Social Service Worker, Child and Youth Worker diploma, or other diploma in the social services field with relevant experience.
- Experience in working within Anishinabe Child and Family Well-Being Services is preferred or proven experience in working with Anishinabek people.
- Provide a clear Police Records Check and/or Vulnerable Sector Screening Check (As determined by the police department).
- Possess a valid standard First Aid/CPR certificate or be willing to obtain one.
- Have a class ‘G’ Ontario Driver’s License, an acceptable Drivers Abstract, access to a reliable vehicle and be able to travel. A requirement of $1M Liability Insurance is required if you transport clients
Skills, Knowledge, & Abilities
- Knowledge and understanding of the Child, Youth, and Family Services Act, the Mental Health Act, and other relevant legislation.
- Knowledge of First Nation service delivery, customs and traditions in relation to child welfare
- Knowledge of external services and service agencies
- Knowledge and awareness of Indigenous Culture with an emphasis on the knowledge of the impacts of historical trauma on childhood development
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Demonstrated capability in crisis intervention, conflict resolution, mediation, and problem solving
- Ability to adapt and work through a rapidly changing environment
- Ability to effectively engage children and youth
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Strong organizational and administrative skills
Work Environment
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Given the traditional practices of the Anishinabek, from time-to-time exposure to wood smoke and the burning of sacred medicines, including tobacco, sweet grass, sage, or cedar, may occur within the work setting.
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Candidate must live within service area
Applicants are encouraged to visit our website at**www.kgcfs.org/employment**to review the full job description.
KGCFS offers competitive wages.
About Kina Gbezhgomi Child and Family Services
The honour of assisting our children and families has been entrusted to Kina Gbezhgomi Child and Family Services by the United Chiefs and Councils of Mnidoo Mnising & Wikwemikong Unceded Territory. The core objective of KGCFS is to serve the member First Nation communities through prevention and protection activities that are designed to culturally maintain and nourish the dignity and integrity of the Anishinabek family system by offering various supportive choices. Moreover, providing services through a culturally serviced delivery model to families to move towards healthy family lifestyles for their Anishinabek children, families, and communities.
Child and Youth Worker - Causal
Top Benefits
About the role
QULAIFICATIONS
Education and Experience
- Two (2) year Social Service Worker, Child and Youth Worker diploma, or other diploma in the social services field with relevant experience.
- Experience in working within Anishinabe Child and Family Well-Being Services is preferred or proven experience in working with Anishinabek people.
- Provide a clear Police Records Check and/or Vulnerable Sector Screening Check (As determined by the police department).
- Possess a valid standard First Aid/CPR certificate or be willing to obtain one.
- Have a class ‘G’ Ontario Driver’s License, an acceptable Drivers Abstract, access to a reliable vehicle and be able to travel. A requirement of $1M Liability Insurance is required if you transport clients
Skills, Knowledge, & Abilities
- Knowledge and understanding of the Child, Youth, and Family Services Act, the Mental Health Act, and other relevant legislation.
- Knowledge of First Nation service delivery, customs and traditions in relation to child welfare
- Knowledge of external services and service agencies
- Knowledge and awareness of Indigenous Culture with an emphasis on the knowledge of the impacts of historical trauma on childhood development
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Demonstrated capability in crisis intervention, conflict resolution, mediation, and problem solving
- Ability to adapt and work through a rapidly changing environment
- Ability to effectively engage children and youth
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Strong organizational and administrative skills
Work Environment
-
Given the traditional practices of the Anishinabek, from time-to-time exposure to wood smoke and the burning of sacred medicines, including tobacco, sweet grass, sage, or cedar, may occur within the work setting.
-
Candidate must live within service area
Applicants are encouraged to visit our website at**www.kgcfs.org/employment**to review the full job description.
KGCFS offers competitive wages.
About Kina Gbezhgomi Child and Family Services
The honour of assisting our children and families has been entrusted to Kina Gbezhgomi Child and Family Services by the United Chiefs and Councils of Mnidoo Mnising & Wikwemikong Unceded Territory. The core objective of KGCFS is to serve the member First Nation communities through prevention and protection activities that are designed to culturally maintain and nourish the dignity and integrity of the Anishinabek family system by offering various supportive choices. Moreover, providing services through a culturally serviced delivery model to families to move towards healthy family lifestyles for their Anishinabek children, families, and communities.