PCAS25-045- Child Protection Worker, Flex Team - PACCB Branch (6 Month Contract)

At Peel CAS, our mission is to protect children and strengthen families & communities through partnership. We are currently seeking the following professional to join our team:

Job Title: Child Protection Worker
Department: Parent and Child Capacity Building
Location: Peel CAS, 25 Capston Dr. Mississauga, Ontario
Application Deadline: June 10, 2025
Hourly Grade: Unauthorized Workers: $38.15
Authorized Workers: $41.38 - $53.30

Please note: contract duration may be subject to change.

Summary of Duties & Responsibilities:

Reporting to Parent and Child Capacity Building Supervisor, the child protection worker provides for the protection of children as defined by the Child, Youth & Family Services Act. The role of the child protection worker is to assess the risks and strengths of families in the community and to support families in building their capacities to care for their children. The focus of this position will be to assume responsibility for temporary assignments in any function including Assessment, Ongoing, Family Placement (CIC) and Kinship in any of our service branches, in order to ensure the protection of children as prescribed under the Child, Youth and Family Services Act of Ontario. The key responsibilities of this role are on assessing risk, well-being, and planning for permanency through strong collaboration with families, our agency and community partners.

This position supports and contributes to the agency's commitments to Leadership, Excellence, Strength Based Practice and Anti-Oppressive Practice along with the Agency's mission, values and strategic initiatives.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's of Social Work or Master's of Social Work degree from a recognized university and at least one year of related experience in a child protection role.
  OR
• A Bachelor's Degree from a recognized university in a related field, and at least one year of related experience in a child protection related role.
• A class "G" driver's license and daily access to a vehicle are required.

Required Knowledge & Experience:

• Experience in a variety of functions within the Society
• Flexibility to work in different location including co-locating with community organizations as required
• Good understanding of the Child, Youth and Family Services Act and other relevant child welfare legislation, the Ontario Risk Assessment model, and Society policies, procedures, and guidelines as they relate to Society programs and services
• Demonstrated skills in the areas of risk assessment and safety planning
• Demonstrated comfort in the use of authority, and high skills in goal directed casework
• Demonstrated ability to write clear and concise reports and to be able to meet deadlines
• Proven ability to handle crises in a calm manner and work co-operatively within a team setting, as well as the ability to elicit co-operation from others
• Effective communication skills and competence in problem-solving and conflict resolution
• Computer skills in current and new Agency programs
• Flexible, strong, competent, and able to work independently
• High energy level, enjoys stimulation and thrives on variety and change
• Experience in multiple service areas is considered an asset
• Proficiency in the French language considered an asset

Hours Of Work:

• 9am-5pm, Monday to Friday
• Working hours may vary and applicants must be flexible to work outside of standard office hours.

What We Offer:

•  Flexible options for hybrid remote work
•  Employee Assistance Plan
•  Interactive Employee Wellness Programs
•  Extensive Training & Development opportunities
•  Introductory Webinars (WHMIS, AODA, Health and Safety)
•  Generous Pension Plan through OMERS (part-time and full-time employees are entitled to enroll)
•  Onsite Gym
•  Staff Lounge

Child welfare is a rewarding career option that enables caring individuals to support the community and make a positive difference in the lives of children, youth, and families. As one of the largest CAS’s in the province, we are proud of our ongoing innovation and leadership throughout the sector. Seeing well over 10,000 families a year, Peel CAS has the lowest number of children and youth in care per capita across Canada. 99% of the work we do is with children, youth, and families in their own homes. We are also home to the Child Welfare Immigration Centre of Excellence (CWICE) which is the centralized service in Ontario that supports child welfare organizations on cases involving unresolved immigration, settlement, or border-related issues. In addition, Peel CAS offers extensive programming dedicated to youth success through our Trailblazers Youth Centre, developed and led by youth to access exceptional services and supports to thrive, belong, build life-long connections and position themselves as leaders. 

As an equal opportunity employer, we value Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) and Truth and Reconciliation. We are grateful that our workplace diversity is representative of the communities that we serve and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees feel like they belong. Should you require accommodation during the recruitment and selection process please contact us at [email protected]  

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