On First Nation Worker

1 month ago

Peterborough, Canada Dnaagdawenmag Binnoojiiyag Child & Family Services Full time $70,795 - $85,237
On First Nation Worker 
  • To review the full job description and to complete the required Application Form, visit www.binnoojiiyag.ca/careers

POSITION SUMMARY: Within the Dnaagdawenmag Binnoojiiyag Child & Family Services Service Model, the protection of children and youth is a total community responsibility, everyone has a role to play. Indigenous people have an inherent right and responsibility to raise children in ways that are consistent with traditional child rearing practices. First Nation, Inuit and Métis communities retain the authority to fully participate in decisions regarding their children’s care and well-being. These partnerships are described in service agreements and protocols that the On-First Nation Worker respects and adheres to.  Reporting to the Supervisor, the On-First Nation Worker is responsible for providing support to individuals and families seeking or referred to Dnaagdawenmag Binnoojiiyag Child and Family Services. Working from the Dnaagdawenmag Binnoojiiyag Child and Family Services office at their respective First Nation, the On-First Nation Worker will assist the local Prevention Workers in providing support to First Nations children and families.  

This position provides protection services to families that have been identified through the Initial Assessment (intake) as families having challenges of child protection risk in accordance with the Child, Youth and Family Services Act. This position conducts assessments of risk in addition to providing a varied degree of intervention and support services to families and their children who are experiencing difficulties. The On-First Nation Worker is the case manager who holds responsibility in the decision making alongside the First Nations related to child admissions, discharge from care etc. On-First Nations territory, the On-First Nation Worker will carry a generic caseload and carry out the duties of Initial Assessment (Intake) and Child and Youth Service Worker (child in care) and occasionally Alternative Care (resource).
RESPONSIBILITIES:Family ServiceClinical:
  • Reduce the risk of harm to children utilizing the Risk Assessment Model for Child Protection in Ontario, as follows:
  • Conduct Initial Assessments in ongoing child protection cases where there are new allegations of harm, including performing Safety Assessments and making Verification and Protection decisions utilizing our wholistic service model.
  • Develop a plan for risk reduction intervention, based on Comprehensive Assessments and Plans of Service, as outlined in the Risk Assessment Model utilizing our wholistic service model. 
  • Where a child cannot remain safely within the home, shall first explore all options using alternative dispute mechanisms, engagement with parents and extended family to identify options, and work with the First Nations Designated Person, Band Representatives or community representatives to seek alternative plans to protect the child while maintaining involvement by parents, family, and community.
  • Bring selected cases to Family Court to protect children when authorized to do so by the Executive Director or his/her designate. 
  • Develop and maintain effective and therapeutic casework relationships with families with the objective of reducing risk of harm to children. 
  • The incumbent is directly accountable for the provision and implementation of protective services to families and children within the Dnaagdawenmag Binnoojiiyag catchment area in accordance with the Child, Youth, and Family Services Act, Ministry standards and guidelines, and Dnaagdawenmag Binnoojiiyag policies and procedures.
  • Perform internal and external record checks, i.e., CPIN, Fast Track, Child Abuse Register. 

Court:
  • Prepares legal documentation (as required) ensuring accuracy and completion prior to court. 
  • Prepares for, attends, and provides testimony in Family Court and potentially Criminal Court. 
  • Prepares families for court. 
 Children and Youth ServiceClinical: 
  • Provides an ongoing assessment of the child’s needs and to develop an appropriate Plan of Care based on these needs.
  • The incumbent is directly accountable for the provision of service to children in the care of Dnaagdawenmag Binnoojiiyag in accordance with the Child and Youth Family Services Act, Ministry standards and guidelines, Dnaagdawenmag Binnoojiiyag policies and procedures and our wholistic service model.
  • Participates in the development and implementation of plans for children requiring replacement.
  • Monitors service provision within placements and to alert the Supervisor of any potential problems regarding the care and protection of the child. 

Court: 
  • Attend youth/criminal court, if required, to provide evidence concerning children in care as well as support to the youth.
  • Attend CYFSA Court, if required, by providing evidence pertaining to the child’s needs and progress in care.

Administrative:
  • Has a strong working knowledge of all pertinent legislation, Ministry Standards and Guidelines, Dnaagdawenmag Binnoojiiyag Child and Family Services policy, procedures, and directives, and the Regional Protocol. 
  • Completes administrative requirements and recordings within the timelines as outlined in policy. 
  • Uses advocacy strategies on behalf of family members that ensure the child(ren) receive access to services within the community. 
  • Maintains effective professional working relationships with community collaterals. 

Education and Experience Requirements:
  • Bachelor of Social Work Degree; or Bachelor of Social Work Degree equivalency; OR
  • Master’s Degree or Bachelor’s Degree in a Human Services related field, and a minimum of three (3) years relevant experience working with children and families; Candidates with the above qualifications who are members of, or eligible for membership in the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers are preferred; OR
  • An acceptable level of formal education and extensive direct service experience in Child Welfare, with a determination of what constitutes “acceptable” at the discretion of the Executive Director, with a plan for obtaining any necessary additional qualifications or training to be formalized in writing as part of the offer and acceptance of employment.
  • Experience working within Child Welfare and/or Indigenous Child-Wellbeing setting would be considered an asset.

Availability Requirements:
  • Our office hours are 8:30am - 4:30pm, Monday to Friday, with a one-hour unpaid lunch. However, based on the needs of those we serve, our frontline staff regularly find themselves working outside of these hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

To Apply:
  • Please email the following to careers@binnoojiiyag.ca
    • Application for Employment (available at www.binnoojiiyag.ca)
    • Please indicate preferred location in your application
    • Resume (include 3 work related supervisory references) 
  • Incomplete Applications will not be considered.
  • Only those selected will be contacted for an interview.
  • As an Indigenous Child Wellbeing Agency, we give priority to applicants who identify as First Nations, Inuit, Métis, and those with close affiliations. 

About Dnaagdawenmag Binnoojiiyag Child & Family Services

Dnaagdawenmag Binnoojiiyag
(Nog-dah-wen-mawg) (Bin-ooh-zhee-yug)

Dnaagdawenmag Binnoojiiyag Child & Family Services is a multi-service Indigenous Child Well-Being Agency. We provide a stable foundation for children, youth, and families, through wraparound services that are culturally based and family-focused.

We seek to support our families in the way they deserve, with care and authenticity, and by recognizing and respecting spirit.

We form a wholistic, inclusive, and nonjudgmental circle of care. We seek to honour and support those we serve, with a constant commitment to growing our base of knowledge and expertise. 

We are an agency that delivers culturally-intelligent services to our partner First Nation communities in Ontario. With our team of dedicated staff, we work with children, youth, and families as early as possible to help them navigate various obstacles and access services available to them. We offer services such as Child & Youth Mental Health and Addictions, Youth Justice, Youth in Transition, Child Welfare, and Alternative Care.

About Dnaagdawenmag Binnoojiiyag Child & Family Services:

Dnaagdawenmag Binnoojiiyag (Nog-dah-wen-mawg) (Bin-ooh-zhee-yug) Dnaagdawenmag Binnoojiiyag Child & Family Services is a multi-service Indigenous Child Well-Being Agency. We provide a stable foundation for children, youth, and families, through wraparound services that are culturally based and family-focused. We seek to support our families in the way they deserve, with care and authenticity, and by recognizing and respecting spirit. We form a wholistic, inclusive, and nonjudgmental circle of care. We seek to honour and support those we serve, with a constant commitment to growing our base of knowledge and expertise. We are an agency that delivers culturally-intelligent services to our partner First Nation communities in Ontario. With our team of dedicated staff, we work with children, youth, and families as early as possible to help them navigate various obstacles and access services available to them. We offer services such as Child & Youth Mental Health and Addictions, Youth Justice, Youth in Transition, Child Welfare, and Alternative Care.

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