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SalaryWe invite applicants for the following One (1) INTAKE AND ASSESSMENT WORKER
Location: Kenora/Grassy Narrows
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The Intake and Assessment Worker is a full-time permanent program position. The Intake and Assessment Worker is responsible for conducting investigation and assessment services for all cases alleging child abuse and/or neglect. The Intake and Assessment worker prioritizes cases where children are believed to be in need of immediate protection.
QUALIFICATIONS
- development and delivery, the communities and family structure, as well as local First Nation customs and traditions;
- Working knowledge of the administrative structure and operations of Kitapinoonjiiminaanik Family Services including the service delivery model, policies, procedures, guidelines and protocols;
- Strong commitment to helping Anishinaabe children and their families by providing services in ways that respect Anishinaabe cultural and spiritual practises;
- Commitment to providing services in the Anishinaabe context of extended family and community involvement;
- Knowledge of traditional and contemporary healing practises;
- Experience working with Elders, Healers, and Clinicians;
- Ability to take direction and work within the policies, procedures, and guidelines and well as the mission, philosophy, and core values of the Agency;
- Excellent assessment skills with proven ability to determine imminent danger to children and/or the risk of future harm to children;
- Excellent investigative skills with proven ability to conduct thorough interviews and prepare comprehensive detailed case recordings, reports, and case notes;
- Experience working with a computerized database;
- Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills;
- Excellent decision-making, problem-solving and planning skills;
- Ability to maintain confidentiality;
- Possession of First Aid and CPR certificates an asset;
- Ability to flex daily work hours as determined by the Resource Manager;
- Must possess a valid Ontario Driver’s Licence and be willing to travel;
- Must provide a clear Criminal Records Check and Driver’s Abstract; and
- Ability to speak Ojibway is preferred and a definite asset.
SALARY RANGE: START: $62,81 - $82,000
CLOSING DATE: APRIL 19, 2024
Submit resumes with cover letter quoting file #I&A20240322 to:
Human Resources c/o Unit 209 – 308 Second St. South, Kenora, ON P9N 1G4
Fax: 807-468-7960 or by Email: kita.humanresources@aafs.ca
Miigwetch to all who apply. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
No Phone Calls Please.
All interviewees must provide a current Criminal Record Check, Driver’s Abstract and Three references with email contacts at time of interview.
