Screener
1 week ago
Chatham, Canada
Linck Child, Youth & Family Supports
Part time
$34 - $43
Linck Child, Youth & Family Supports (“Linck”) requires a Screener. This is a contract, part-time position beginning in May 2024 and lasting one (1) year. Hours of work for this position are:- fourteen (14) hours per week (Mondays and Fridays);
- this position will also include the expectation of coverage for absences for the permanent staff within the Screener department; therefore, there may be shifts scheduled and called-in on an as needed basis.
- Bachelor of Social Work degree (BSW) or four year Honours Bachelors Degree (BA); or Indigenous degree would be considered. Preference for BSW or Master of Social Work (MSW).
- Preference will be given to candidates who have completed the Child Welfare Pathway to Authorization Series and/or are Authorized Workers.
- Over three years of directly related child welfare experience. Preference is given to candidates who have experience in child welfare gained over several years with demonstrated skills in assessment and child abuse.
- Knowledge of the Child, Youth and Family Services Act related legislation, child development and mental health issues/concerns.
- Knowledge of the Differential Response Model for Child Protection in Ontario as well as of the Child and Family Services Act, and Ministry standards and guidelines.
- An understanding of social casework principles as they relate to the assessment of family functioning and understanding of the dynamics accompanying intervention with involuntary or hostile clients.
- Ability to relate and interact with clients, colleagues, and community representatives in a professional and purposeful manner.
- Aptitude for initiating various approaches to problem solving with realistic goals in mind.
- Preference will be given to persons with a strong understanding and extensive experience working with other cultures, heritages and traditions.
- A commitment to developing the highest quality culturally-appropriate service possible for the various communities that we serve.
- Computer and keyboarding skills, extensive use of word-processing programs.
- The ability to communicate in French is an asset.
- A valid driver’s license and use of a reliable personal vehicle.
We welcome applications from racialized groups; First Nation, Inuit, or Métis persons; persons with disabilities; persons of any sexual orientation; and persons of any gender identity or gender expression. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code.
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Screener
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