At a Glance
- Tasks: Support families and children through visits, assessments, and community resource access.
- Company: Join a dedicated team making a positive impact on families' lives.
- Benefits: 100% employer-paid benefits, OMERS pension, four weeks vacation, plus wellness days.
- Other info: Flexible hours and occasional travel required; great opportunity for growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Post-secondary diploma in Social Services or related field; experience with families preferred.
The predicted salary is between 39600 - 48400 $ per year.
This posting is to fill an existing vacancy for a 12-18 month term.
Our Agency offers competitive benefits that are 100% paid by the Employer,
OMERS pension, and four weeks of vacation + Wellness and Float Days.
If you want to make a positive impact on the lives of Children and Families, come join our Team!
The Family Support Practitioner (FSP) is responsible for providing para-professional support services to assist child welfare staff in meeting the needs of clients and supporting initiatives to keep children with their families and/or enhance family reunification.
The FSP supervises family visits; assesses and provides feedback on family interactions; provides information on and assists with accessing community resources; and assists with any other task that helps a family address identified challenges.
Knowledge and Skills Required
- Ability to model practical parenting skills while providing effective feedback.
- Strong assessment and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to support Agency initiatives to keep children with their families and/or enhance family reunification.
- Thorough knowledge of relevant legislation, and agency policies and procedures.
- Proficient in computer software applications including MS Office, and database programs
Qualifications
- Minimum post-secondary diploma in Social Services, Social Work, or Child/Youth Worker. A combination of education and experience may be considered.
- An awareness of Indigenous issues, including knowledge of the communities, family structure, customs and traditions, is an asset.
- Two years' experience working with children and / or families.
Required
- Must possess a valid Class G Ontario Driver's License and have access to a vehicle with an OPCF6A Insurance endorsement and minimum of $1,000,000 Liability.
- Satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check, Internal Records Check, and Driver's Abstract.
- The ability to work flexible hours, including some evenings and weekends is REQUIRED. Occasional travel within the region is also required.
Family Support Practitioner / Case Aide employer: Kenora-Rainy-River-Districts-Child-
Kenora-Rainy-River-Districts-Child- offers competitive benefits that are fully paid by the employer, including an OMERS pension and four weeks of vacation plus wellness and float days. The organization is dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of children and families, providing opportunities for employees to engage in meaningful work within a supportive team environment.
Contact Details:
Kenora-Rainy-River-Districts-Child- Recruitment Team
