Job Posting #001-2014
FAMILY SERVICES WORKER
Job Classification – Child Protection
Three Temporary Full-Time Contracts
($56,019 – $75,071)
RESPONSIBILITIES:
The generic Family Services Worker position includes responsibility for intake and ongoing family services. Specific task assignments are made on the basis of skills, interests and service needs.
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QUALIFICATIONS:
- MSW/BSW degree preferred from a University of recognized standing;
- Knowledge of the Child and Family Services Act and Ministry Child Protection Standards;
- Knowledge and understanding of child and adolescent growth and developmental needs;
- Skills in investigation, assessment and case planning;
- Good interpersonal and communication skills;
- Beginning understanding of rural and urban communities and cultural ethnic diversities;
- Ability to work co-operatively as a team member;
- Knowledge of and skills in community development, community based practice and service integration;
- Demonstrated skills in public speaking;
- Skilled in use of computer software.
Contract Dates:Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â These contracts will begin as soon as possible and end on August 29, 2014.
The successful candidates will be licensed to drive in Ontario and have access to a car.
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Family and Children’s Services is committed to anti-oppressive values of equity, inclusion and respect. We value a diverse workforce and encourage applications from people of all races, colours, ethnic origins, religions, abilities and sexual orientations. We are committed to creating an accessible environment for all. Please let us know if you have any accommodation needs. We thank all applicants; however only those considered for interviews will be contacted.
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Qualified individuals are invited to send their resume by January 31, 2014, to:
                       Human Resources
                       Family & Childrenâs Services of Guelph and Wellington
P.O. Box 1088
Guelph, Ontario
                       N1H 6N3
                       Fax (519) 836-6714
employment@fcsgw.org