Case Aide

Under the supervision of the Services Supervisor, and as part of the team, the Case Aide will provide a variety of support services to an assigned caseload of children and their families.

**Service Responsibilities**:

- Assist in carrying out the plan of care for children and their families, as directed by the Supervisor
- Refer or provide culturally relevant services for children and their families; Helps families involved with: child welfare, youth in care or customary care, with services that are supportive, educational, and empowering
- Arrange transportation or provide transportation for children at home or in care, to attend a variety of appointments, meetings and /or court as required by the Services Supervisor; Provide support for the child under their care during community outings
- Ensure the safety and well-being of the child while under their care; Monitor court ordered access visits for children/youth and their parents/caregivers
- Document clear and detailed case notes. Provide case notes, and required documentation to Child Protection Workers or Children’s Services Workers in a timely fashion
- Establish healthy relationships, act as a positive role model by using appropriate behavior and language; Empower children and their families

**Supportive Responsibilities**:

- Ensure that clients records, documents, case recordings and case-notes are current
- Assist Workers by filing, copying, and downloading documents into CPIN
- Run errands to obtain equipment or supplies required by the team
- Follow relevant legislation, Agency Policies, Standards & Procedures
- Ensure accuracy, confidentiality, privacy and safekeeping of agency records

**Qualifications**

**Minimum Education**
- Post-secondary diploma, such as, Social Services Worker, Child & Youth Worker Diploma, or other diploma in the social services field from an accredited institution

**Minimum Experience**
- 2 years of experience working with Anishnawbek children, youth, individuals and families, preferably in child welfare or social services

**Knowledge Requirements**
- Knowledge of Niijaansinaanik Child and Family Services programs and services
- Respect for, sensitivity towards as well as knowledge and understanding of Anishnawbek culture, traditions and the Seven Grandfather Teachings; Basic knowledge of the Child, Youth and Family Services Act
- Knowledge of First Nation service delivery, customs and traditions in responding to child welfare
- Knowledge of traditional practices, ceremonies and teachings

**Other Requirements**
- Must provide a clear Police Records Check - Vulnerable Sector
- Must provide a Class ‘G’ Ontario Driver’s Licence ** Must have $1M auto insurance liability coverage
- Must provide an acceptable three-year uncertified Driver’s Abstract

**Work Site Locations**:

- 1 position in Magnetawan First Nation

Human Resources

Niijaansinaanik Child and Family Services

940A Main Street, Dokis First Nation, ON P0M 2N1

Application deadline is: Open Until Filled

Preference will be given to applicants of Native ancestry, please self-identify.

We thank all those applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

For a more detailed job description, please contact

**REQUIREMENTS**:

- Minimum Education: Post-Secondary diploma, such as, Social Services Worker, Child & Youth Worker Diploma, or other diploma in the social services field from an accredited institution
- Minimum Experience: 2 years of experience working with Anishnawbek children, youth, individuals and families, preferably in child welfare or social services
- must provide a clear Police Records Check - Vulnerable Sector
- Must provide a Class 'G' Ontario Driver's License
- Must have minimum $1M Auto insurance liability coverage
- Must provide an acceptable three-year uncertified Driver's Abstract