Resource Worker

Linck Child, Youth & Family Supports (“Linck”) requires a Resource Worker . This is a contract, full-time (70 hour bi-weekly) position beginning as soon as possible and lasting six (6) months. The Resource Worker provides a variety of services related to the support of foster parents. Services related to the orientation, training and approval process for those individuals interested in providing foster care for a child/youth. He/she provides services related to the selection and placement of a child/youth in a foster care home upon the request of another social worker. Qualifications: Four year honours bachelors degree (ba); bachelor of social work degree (bsw);or indigenous degree would be an asset Preference will be given to candidates who have completed the child welfare pathway to authorization series and/or are authorized workers Up to three (3) months of practical experience working with children, youth, families; directly related child welfare experience is an asset Up to date knowledge of foster care handbook; ministry standards and regulations; the risk assessment model for child protection in ontario; the child, youth and family services act; ministry standards and guidelines is an asset Completion of training in pride curriculum and safe home study tool is an asset Experience related to services coordinating with knowledge of infant/child/youth development and family dynamics Knowledge of dynamics of separation and attachment between parent figures and children/youth Preference will be given to proven ability and willingness to work as an integral member of a team Strong assessment skills in order to assess clients’ needs, formulate plans of service and monitor/evaluate progress Preference will be given to persons with a strong understanding and extensive experience working with other cultures, heritages and traditions A commitment to developing the highest quality culturally responsive service possible for the various communities that we serve Proven crisis intervention skills Excellent oral and written communication skills Strong time management skills Computer literate The ability to communicate in french is an asset A valid driver’s license and use of a reliable personal vehicle    We welcome applications from racialized groups; First Nation, Inuit, or Métis persons; persons with disabilities; persons of any sexual orientation; and persons of any gender identity or gender expression. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code.