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-The Family Service Worker is directly responsible to the Supervisor and/or Executive Director;
-Manage a caseload in the area of child welfare and family support services;
-Intake services;
-Services to children-in-care;
-Community development;
-Services to families in need of support to prevent children coming-into-care;
-Maintain computerized data, case recordings, individual and family files, etc;
-Coordinate case planning sessions and monitor case plans to ensure families are receiving services;
-Child abuse investigations;
-Will comply with the provisions of the Kanaweyimik Personnel Manual as it exists from time to time
-Must have a University Degree from a recognized School of Social Work;
-Must have at least 5 years experience and proven ability to work in the counselling and social services area with families and children;
-Must demonstrate knowledge of The Child & Family Services Act;
-Must have work experience assessing families and children;
-Must have work experience counselling families and children;
-Must demonstrate a clear understanding and knowledge of native family systems;
-Must demonstrate knowledge in the area of family violence dynamics;
-Must demonstrate knowledge of the effects of separation as it relates to placement of children;
-Knowledge of the Cree language is an asset;
-Computer skills are a position requirement;
-Excellent verbal, written and time management skills are required;
-A clear criminal records check and vulnerable sectors check MUST BE PRESENTED AT INTERVIEW;
-Must have a valid Saskatchewan drivers licence.
Essential Skills
- Reading text
- Document use
- Writing
- Oral communication
- Working with others
- Decision making
- Critical thinking
- Job task planning and organizing
- Computer use
- Continuous learning
Transportation/Travel Information
- Vehicle supplied by employer
- Valid driver's licence
Type of Community or Social Service
- Child welfare
Specific Skills
- Obtain information and prepare reports or case histories
- Appraise clients' needs or eligibility for specific services
- Assess client's relevant skill strengths and development needs
- Conduct follow-up assessments
- Liaise with other social services agencies and health care providers involved with clients
- Develop service intervention logic models and outcome measures
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities
- Fast-paced environment
- Work under pressure
Security and Safety
- Criminal record check (abstract)
- Child abuse registry check
- Driving record check (abstract)
Target Groups or Clients
- Adolescents
- Male
- Female
- Families
- Children
- Aboriginal groups
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