Lac La Ronge Indian Child & Family Services Agency
REQUIRES One (1):
Child Protection Worker
In La Ronge, Saskatchewan
Position Description/Summary:
Child Protection Worker reports to the Children Services Supervisor. The primary objective is to investigate all complaints of child abuse & neglect to determine the need for intervention services with a view to preserving the family.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Be an Officer Under the Child & Family Services Act, for the Province of Saskatchewan.
- Assesses the presence of risk factors to the children and families according to the Ministry of Social Services, Structured Decision-Making process.
- Complete all case plans, documentation, and legal agreements in accordance with the Family Centered Case Management Manual.
- Provides intervention services and problem-solving solutions to address the identified risk factors.
- Actively participate with Prevention Services in family group conferencing, case conferences, and case planning.
- Referring to appropriate agencies for specific needs such as counseling services, addictions treatment, child assessment, etc.
- To prepare all required documentation for and attend Family Services Court as required.
- Ensures that all files and documentation are up-to-date and accurate.
- Apprehension of children when necessary
- Provide informational sessions regarding ICFS to the community as directed.
- Other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
- BSW or BISW
- Must be able to provide a recent and satisfactory Criminal Record, Child Abuse Record, and Driver’s Abstract clearance
- Must possess a valid Class 5 Driver’s License.
ICFS offers a comprehensive benefits package.
DEADLINE FOR APPLICANTS: Monday, September 23rd, 2024
PLEASE FORWARD RESUMES TO:
Human Resources
Indian Child & Family Services Agency
P.O. Box 1739
La Ronge SK. S0J 1L0
Phone: (306) 425-5511
Fax: (306) 425-5335
E-Mail: ltendido@icfs.ca
Submit cover letter and resume with: two (2) professional references and one (1) reference from your most recent supervisor. Cover letter must indicate permission to contact references. ICFS thanks all interested applicants; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.