Child Well-Being Worker

Administrative

• Provides detailed information on each interaction with families, society, and relevant authorities.
• Completes all administrative reporting requirements according to policies and funding agent mandates including Briefing Notes and Discussion Papers.

Quality Management

• Utilizes evidence-based reporting to evaluate annualized work plans.
• Participates in monthly staff meetings.
• Participates in cultural awareness and cultural sensitivity training.
• Participates in staff development initiatives, conferences and training requirements specific to Child Well-being Workers.
• Complete incident reports as required.
• Complete all administrative duties and responsibilities, including an inventory of materials & supplies.
• Demonstrates timely and planned case management.
• Ensures all certifications are current.
• Will ensure that the program is pro-active in the Algonquin/Aboriginal/First Nation(s) perspective and efforts of child welfare and children's mental health (social) needs. These methods shall consider aboriginal approaches in traditional and contemporary approaches in service delivery.

On-Call

Child Well-being Workers must be available to respond to emergencies or urgent situations outside of regular working hours, which may include evenings, weekends, and holidays.

• Will respond promptly when contacted during an on-call shift.
• Are capable of diagnosing problems remotely or providing initial troubleshooting assistance over the phone or through email/text.
• May be required to physically report to a location to address emergencies that cannot be resolved remotely, such as emergency situations.
• Must maintain clear communication channels with colleagues, supervisors, and clients to ensure that they are informed about the status of ongoing issues and any actions taken to resolve them.
• Will document all incidents, including the nature of the problem, actions taken to resolve it, and any follow-up steps required.
• Will be responsible for following up to ensure that any issues have been fully resolved and that any necessary preventative measures have been implemented.

Risk Management

• Ensures the protection and privacy of all information and records.
• Follows program guidelines, rules, regulations and completes all necessary forms.
• Careful judgement and vigilance are required in the use of social media and other media.
• Participates in a comprehensive risk management plan for Child well-being.

Working Conditions

• Work involves extensive public contact with clients, emergency services workers, child welfare agencies, and dispute resolution and Grandparent Tribunal.
• Work involves handling and dealing with issues of a very sensitive and confidential nature that will be subject to deadlines and interruptions.
• Work involves both in-community and out-of-community travel.
• Work involves a flexible schedule.

Working Relationships

With the Child Well-being Manager

• Receives direction, guidance, and encouragement; discusses plans and priorities.

With Other staff

• Courteous and cooperative and works well as a team player.

With Governmental Ministries and Agencies

• Represents and promotes the Algonquins of Pikwakanagan First Nation through Nigig-Nibi-ki-win Gamik; maintains an awareness of all relevant policies and program changes.

With Other Communities and Affiliated Aboriginal Organizations

• Represents and promotes the Algonquins of Pikwakanagan First Nation; exchanges information using judgement and following the policies of the Algonquins of Pikwakanagan First Nation; keeps informed of the changes and trends that can be beneficial to the First Nation.

With the Public

• Represents and promotes the interests of the Algonquins of Pikwakanagan First Nation through Nigig-Nibi-ki-win Gamik; works in a courteous, cooperative, positive and proactive manner; provides information using judgement and following the policies of Nigig-Nibi-ki-win Gamik; assists as required.

Employment Requirements

Basic Requirements

• BSW degree or MSW degree or Diploma with three-years experience in child welfare/child protection.
• A minimum of a class "G" drivers' licence and daily access to a vehicle.

Rated Requirements

Knowledge

• Child welfare case management.
• Knowledge, experience and understanding of the culture, history of First Nation populations, specifically the Algonquins of Pikwakanagan First Nation.
• Indigenous knowledge, in particular, knowledge of Algonquin child and family values, traditions and practices.
• Knowledge of traditional healing practices.
• In-depth knowledge of local, regional and provincial indigenous and non-indigenous services.
• Excellent skills and experience in clinical assessment, counselling and crisis intervention
• Customary Care.
• Child, Youth & Family Services Act (Ontario) and its application and proceedings involving First Nation members.
• Appropriate sections of the Criminal Code in order to determine and take appropriate action regarding intake and abuse procedures.

Abilities

• Interpret legislation and legal documents.
• Research, investigate, analyze, critical thinking and evaluation skills.
• Strong negotiation and advocacy skills and techniques.
• Exceptional written skills i.e. Plans of Care, reports, documents, proposals etc.
• Exceptional verbal skills i.e. presentations, facilitation, court appearances etc.
• Strong computer skills with experience in the application of software, internet and email.
• Facilitation, Coordination and Management skills in Alternative Dispute Resolutions, Circles of Care, Multi-Disciplinary Case Management Meetings, Family & Group Conferencing and Workshops; Experience an Asset.
• Experience working with children, youth, and families.

Personal Suitability

• Strong interpersonal and leadership/management skills
• Able to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Tact, discretion and a high level of confidentiality.
• Sensitivity to aboriginal issues, with strong appreciation and empathy to the customs, traditions, culture and aspirations of AoPFN.
• Pleasant personality, and positive attitude self-motivation, reliable and thorough.
• Exhibit a high degree of initiative, self-direction; good verbal and written communications skills and possess excellent analytical and organizational skills.
• Proactive and able to engage in a respectful, friendly and approachable manner.
• Exhibit a high