PCAS25-046 - Child Protection Worker (Assessor), Family and Intimate Partner Violence Team - PCCB Branch (12 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 (Assessor)
Department: Parent and Child Capacity Building
Location: 60 West Drive – Safe Centre of Peel 
Application Deadline: June 19, 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 Family and Intimate Partner Violence (FIPV) / Safe Centre Manager, the child protection worker provides for the protection of children as defined by the Child & 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.  As a member of the Family and Intimate Partner Violence team, the focus of this position will be providing investigation/assessment services to children and families where protection concerns exist and specifically including domestic & family violence cases. 

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 will require the successful candidate to assess and investigate cases that meet eligibility for service, follow the legislation and Ministry Standards and use the Signs of Safety Framework and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion practices. It will also require the flexibility to undertake ongoing responsibilities to support the service level requirements of the Family and Intimate Partner Violence team.  This position will include working off-site at the Safe Centre of Peel, located in Brampton and will require flexible work hours (see details below).

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:

•  BSW or MSW degree from a recognized university and at least two years of related experience in a child protection role OR a Bachelor's degree from a recognized university in a related field, and at least two years of related experience in a child protection role.
•  A class "G" driver's license and daily access to a vehicle are required.
•  Experience in and a knowledge base related to domestic and family violence will be an asset.

 REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:

•  Excellent skills in child welfare case management
•  Superior skills and experience in clinical assessment, counseling and crisis intervention
•  Knowledge of Intimate Partner Violence & Impacts on Children
•  Good verbal and written communication skills, particularly with recordings and reports
•  Knowledge of ongoing services and child in care issues 
•  Good computer skills
•  Proficiency in the French Language is considered an asset
•  Excellent collaboration and partnership

 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:

• Competitive salary and a generous compensation and benefits package 
• Semi-private hospitalization and prescription drugs coverage 
• 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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