Social Worker (Reunification Service)

Are you passionate about working with children and families in need? The SSF-R team is looking for suitable social workers to provide intensive family reunification services to reunite children and young persons (CYP) in out-of-home care with their families. The services we provide are strengths-based, child-centric and family-focused. The SSF-R professional must be able to work independently and proficiently to safeguard and promote the safety and well-being needs of CYP. In order to serve these families best, a demonstrated willingness to work with a flexible schedule (i.e. evenings and weekends) will be vital. Join the SSF-R team today! Job Scope 1. Assessment • Assess the suitability of reunification for CYP in out-of-home care • Assess needs and strengths of family and areas of intervention to provide safe care • Assess child safety and well-being on an ongoing basis 2. Strengthening (Familial) Relationships • Collaborate with CYP, families and networks to develop a viable reunification plan • Facilitate and evaluate contact between CYP and families 3. In-Family Coaching and Support • Provide in-home coaching and/or therapeutic interventions to support carers in meeting the safety and well-being needs of CYP • Develop and review safety plans with CYP, families and their networks • Collaborate with families, their networks and community partners to ensure that safety and well-being needs of CYP will be met in the long term, and reunification with the family will be sustained and permanent 4. System intervention • Address system barriers that prevents CYP from returning home (e.g. child care arrangements, housing, etc) Job Requirements • Degree in Social Work • At least 2 years of relevant casework experience working with children, young persons and families; prior experience in reunification work with children and young persons in need of care and protection preferred • Willing to work on a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends • Able to respond to crisis situations promptly, when needed • Committed to ensuring child safety and promoting child well-being • Willing to provide home-based intervention Additional Qualities Suitable for Job Fit • Strengths based in practice orientation • Not biased against birth families • Able to manage high-risk and complex cases independently • Able to effectively contribute as a team member to enhance the team’s professional development and service delivery • Strong ability to collaborate with systems, e.g. birth families, community agencies and other stakeholders • Cross-culturally competent • Adaptable and takes initiative • Insightful and reflective • Able to use humour and be playful