The Opportunity
We are looking for dynamic individuals who are devoted to helping others and improving the lives and well-being of children and families to join our team of Child and Caregiver Support Workers in the Out of Home Care units in Prince Albert.聽 In this role, you will provide a range of services designed to provide protective, preventative and support services to children and their families using the P.R.I.D.E. model and The Family Centered Case Management Model of practice.
In this position, you will:
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Be responsible for casework and聽resource planning related to a variety of programs for children in care, foster families and/or extended family caregivers;
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Work effectively and positively to support regional directions that continuously improve or enhance service delivery to children and their families;
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Deliver training or facilitate groups for educational/support purposes;
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Conduct family assessments for prospective adoptive, foster or extended family-based caregivers;
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Facilitate placements, providing post-placement support and maintenance;
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Provide support for caregivers to develop planning in children鈥檚 best interests and work to establish the supports required;
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Work with foster parents/caregivers to plan and prepare for the child鈥檚 return home;
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Act as a liaison and consultant where required, with FNCFS and other community agencies, on matters relating to service delivery for caregivers and decisions regarding children; and
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Complete documentation in accordance with professional standards of practice.聽
The Ideal Candidate
As our successful candidate, you will:
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Have a sincere commitment to relationships and community, practicing from a place of connection;
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Demonstrate critical thinking in completing risk assessments, judgment and decision-making skills implementing stringent protocols and processes for the transfer of files and information to Child Protection or other Child and Family service workers and supervisors;
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Have knowledge of multicultural beliefs and values, with emphasis on First Nations and M茅tis;
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Have knowledge of poverty, systemic and socio-economic issues and how they impact on people; and
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Advocate on behalf of clients to ensure access to services and resources; remove barriers to independence and promote client well-being.
To qualify for this position, you will possess a Bachelor of Social Work or Bachelor of Indigenous Social Work degree from an accredited university, as approved by the SASW/CASW or CASWE; OR a Human Service Degree* plus relevant related experience; OR a Social Work Certificate plus relevant related experience. All out-of-country education must be assessed as accredited for Canadian equivalency.
*Human Service Degrees include a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology and/or Psychology, Education, Human Justice, or Indigenous Studies or a Bachelor of Science in Nursing/Psychiatric Nursing plus relevant related work experience.聽 聽
All candidates must possess a current driver's license valid in Saskatchewan, as the successful candidate will be required to travel, work flexible hours that may include evenings or weekends, and transport children (or parents) in service delivery.
Candidates must clearly indicate in their cover letter or resume where they have acquired their knowledge, skills, and abilities. The selection of candidates will be assessed based on this information.
While the representation of Indigenous staff within the Child and Family Programs Division has been prioritized, all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. Only those selected for further assessment will be contacted.
**Please Note: **This Eligibility list will be in effect for six months from the closing date of the competition and will be used to fill other opportunities as they arise.聽
To learn more about Social Services, please visit the following website:聽 Ministry of Social Services | Ministries | Government of Saskatchewan