Bilingual Child Protection Worker

**JOB FUNCTION**

Under the supervision of the Service Supervisor, the incumbent is responsible for providing comprehensive Child Welfare services to children, youth and families, ensuring their immediate and ongoing safety.

**QUALIFICATIONS**

**EDUCATION**
- Bachelor of Social Work degree (BSW) preferred.
- Degree in the field of Human Services/Studies required.
- Applicants with a Diploma in the field of Social Work may be considered should they commit to furthering their education and obtaining one of the Degrees listed above.

**EXPERIENCE**

**DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITES**

1. Complete all documentation required within Ministry standards.
- Document all contacts in contact logs.
- Complete and/or update recording documents.
- Ensure service files are current and contain all pertinent information.

2. Practice in an evidence-informed manner.
- Participate in professional development activities, training, and education and integrate new clinical knowledge and skills into practice.
- Participate in teaM/Function and staff meetings.

3. Receive, document, and investigate referrals regarding concerns about child maltreatment.4. Perform all other related duties as required.

**REQUIREMENTS**
- Knowledge of relevant legislation, regulations, and Ministry standards (e.g., the Child, Youth and Family Services Act).
- Demonstrated advanced verbal and written communication skills in both English and French, including the ability to develop concise and thorough reports is required.
- Good understanding of the agency’s values, service philosophy and objectives.
- Demonstrated knowledge of Intersectionality, cultural competency, and clinical practice within an anti-oppression framework.
- Clinical knowledge of child maltreatment, child development, attachment and separation, and family dynamics.
- Demonstrated clinical and counseling skills to provide assessment, engagement and support services to children, youth, families, and alternate care providers.
- Demonstrated understanding of, and commitment to, integrating the principles of equity, justice, non-discrimination and accessibility into practice, service delivery and team relationships.
- Demonstrated ability to work with a vulnerable population which includes working with clients who are dealing with mental health, addiction, and poverty issues.
- Knowledge of evidence informed practice.
- Knowledge of adult learning principles.
- Familiarity with community resources.
- Demonstrated cultural competencies in service delivery.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively both independently and within a team.
- Demonstrated problem solving, planning, priority-setting, and conflict resolution skills.
- Demonstrated interpersonal and collaboration skills to coordinate effectively with a broad variety of community resources and stakeholders.
- Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced work environment and to deal with stressful situations.
- Ability to maintain the appropriate safeguards for the Privacy and Confidentiality of Agency and client information.
- Extensive knowledge and proficient competence of computer software (e.g., Microsoft Office (Excel, Word), CPIN, Outlook).
- Possess and maintain a valid Class “G” Driver’s License and personal insurance coverage with access to a reliable vehicle.
- Provide a negative Vulnerable Sector Check.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: $59,230.00-$88,067.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Company events
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care
- Wellness program
- Work from home

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed

Application question(s):

- Are you an OACAS authorized child protection worker?

**Education**:

- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

**Experience**:

- Child Welfare: 2 years (preferred)

**Language**:

- French (required)

Willingness to travel:

- 50% (preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Sudbury, ON P3E 2A5