Child & Youth Case Manager

Terms of employment: 
Full-time
Job Category: 
Health and Social Services
Position Location: 
Kenora
Job Description: 

Summary of Duties:

 

Ø  Develop individual psychosocial assessments and individualized treatment plans for children, youth and families.

Ø  Provide information and education to children and youth regarding mental illness and addictions.

Ø  Provide counseling, assessment and referrals for children and youth populations. 

Ø  Be capable of assessing and responding to high risk children and youth. Knowledge of crisis intervention and applicable legislation pertaining to children. 

Ø  Experience with case management and child advocacy models.

Ø  Experience providing services within First Nations communities.

Ø  Facilitate linkages to community providers and local agencies.

Ø  Maintain accurate and timely client data in accordance with program requirements.

Ø  Perform additional functions as required.

 

Qualifications:

 

Ø  University degree preferably in social work (or psychology). College diploma from a recognized post-secondary institution with experience in children services will also be considered.

Ø  Requirement of at least 2 years experience in counseling children and youth.

Ø  Ability to deal with crisis and post-crisis situations.

Ø  Excellent written, oral, interpersonal and presentation skills.

Ø  Excellent computer skills.

Ø  Knowledge of the Anishinabe culture and language.

Ø  Ability to work both independently and as a team member.

Ø  Applicants should possess a valid driver’s license/insurance, have a vehicle and be willing to travel when required.

 

Ø  Current satisfactory criminal record check with vulnerable sector search.

Please forward resume cover letter and 3 references

 

Close date: 
Friday, February 9, 2018
Mailing address: 

Allyson Rheault, MHA Director

Kenora Chiefs Advisory

PO Box 349 – 240 Veterans Drive

Kenora ON, P9N 3X4

Fax: 
807-467-2526