Job Description

Under the supervision of the Unit Service Manager, the Child Protection Worker
provides child protection services and case management to children and families as
required by the Child, Youth & Family Services Act of Ontario. This includes providing
services to families for protecting children or for the prevention of circumstances
requiring the protection of children and services to children in care and their caregivers.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. In accordance with the worker\'s assigned role as established in the agency\'s
current service model to provide case management and support, facilitation,
prevention and intervention services in accordance with the Child, Youth & Family
Services Act, Ministry regulations, directives, standards, and Agency policy and
procedures. This may include investigation, assessment, family intervention and
facilitation services to families in the community and/or to children in care and their
birth families and/or alternative caregivers.
2. Provide services to support families in the community or children in care and their
birth families and alternative caregivers focusing on services to facilitate family and
relationship networks that wil ensure children\'s safety and promote children\'s well-
being, and maintaining, establishing and building supportive lifelong relationships.
Services will be provided in compliance with the Child, Youth & Family Services Act,
Ministry regulations, directives, standards, and Agency policy and procedures.
3. Complete reports, records, and other administrative requirements in accordance
with the C.Y.F.S.A., Ministry regulations, directives, standards, and Agency policy
and procedures.
4. Facilitate, develop, implement, and review service plans for family cases and plans
of care for children in care in collaboration with and as developed by family
networks and other service providers.
5. In consultation with the Manager and legal counsel, prepare cases to be presented
to court pursuant to the Ontario Child, Youth, and Family Services Act and give
evidence as required.
6. Work in a safe manner in accordance with the Society\'s Health and Safety Policies
and procedures and all relevant legislation.
7. Provide backup to other Unit members and overall Agency as required.

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8. Provide After - hours services for the Agency as required and in accordance with
the Collective Agreement.

9. Use technology and information systems to process and retrieve information
according to Agency expectations.

10. Participate in case conferences, staff meetings, and professional development as
required both within and outside the Agency.

11. Undertake other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

• B.S.W. /M.S.W. degree from a University of recognized standing.
• Previous experience in a Child Welfare setting is preferred.
• High level of maturity, integrity and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to work as an integral member of a team.
• Ability to use authority effectively and collaboratively with clients.
• Excellent oral and written communication skil s.
• Excellent organizational skil s and ability to maintain up-to-date records.
• Ability to function under stress and handle crisis situations.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct investigations and comprehensive assessments

and to formulate and implement intervention plans in a manner that is respectful and
inclusive of service recipients, and that facilitates family network-driven solutions to
identified needs and concerns.

• Demonstrated ability to work respectfully and collaboratively with other service

providers.

• Demonstrated computer literacy according to job requirements.
• Valid driver\'s license, and insurance in good standing and available vehicle.

The Children\'s Aid Society of Oxford County is committed to the values of equity,
inclusion, and respect and is dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity
of the community in which we live and serve. The Agency accepts applications from all
qualified individuals and welcomes applications from women, persons with disabilities,
persons of any sexual orientation, members of racialized groups/visible minorities,
Indigenous persons, and persons of any gender identity or gender expression.

We are committed to creating an accessible environment for all. If you are contacted to
participate in the interview process, please let us know if you have any accommodation
needs.
Apply with a cover letter and r\xc3\xa9sum\xc3\xa9 to Human Resources at: hr@casoxford.on.ca

Ontario Association of Children\'s Aid Societies