Delegated Social Worker

Delegated Social Worker
Job Number # 
13666
Employer 
Usma Family and Child Services
Job Location(s) 
Port Alberni
Number of Positions 
1
Date Posted 
Feb 03, 2016
Apply By 
Feb 15, 2016
Schedule 
Permanent
NOC Code 
4152
Source 
Employer
Details 

The Nuu-chah-nulth Tribal Council (NTC) is seeking experienced, delegated Social Worker to fill a permanent position with the NTC Usma Family and Child Service. Based out of Port Alberni, this Socal Worker position will have C-6 caseload responsibilities, and will involve travel. Our program specializes in providing professional, ethical, culurally sensitive and responsible social work services to Nuu-chah-nulth families and children.

 

Position Responsibilities:

  • Carry a caseload pertaining to the protection of children
  • Will consult with Bands around community development with a focus on proctection issues; prevention of child abuse and neglect, keeping children connected to family and community, and preserving cultural identity of Aboriginal children
  • Identity and describe permanency planning options for children in continuing custody
  • Responsibilities will include court requirements
Qualifications 
  • BSW or degree in a related field with several years experience of progressive social work caseload experience involving First Nation families
  • Possess C-6 Delegation, and direct experience in child and family services; or eligible for full delegation
  • Knowledge of related legislation and processing court documents and court process
  • Knowledge of Nuu-chah-nulth governance, culture and traditions; or being a First Nations person will be considered an asset
  • Must have a car and valid driver's license
  • Provide references and an acceptable criminal record check
How to Apply 

To learn more about this social work opportunity contact Kyra Mason, Usma FCS Director by email: Kyra.Mason@nuuchahnulth.org.

 

Apply by February 15, 2016 by sending your cover letter, resume and three references to:

Nuu-chah-nulth Tribal Council

P.O. Box 1383, Port Alberni, BC V9Y 7M2

Attention: Human Resource Manager

Fax: (250) 723-0463

Email: apply@nuuchahnulth.org

 

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