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Screener - Child Welfare

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ChathamKent, Canada Linck Child, Youth & Family Supports Full time

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.

A Screener acts as the first point of professional contact between Agency and potential clients to determine the service stream internally or externally. In addition, the incumbent assess whether referrals may require more extensive investigation to determine whether a child/youth needs protection. They highlights case dynamics and treatment needs, and offer service recommendations, as appropriate. The Screener will refer cases for further service to child protection, children’s mental health, or child development where applicable.

Qualifications:

- 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).
- 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.

**Job Types**: Part-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months

**Salary**: $33.98-$43.15 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 14 per week

**Benefits**:

- Company events
- Company pension
- Employee assistance program
- On-site parking
- Wellness program

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-03-20
Expected start date: 2024-05-06