Prevention Services Worker

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  • CompanyOneida Nation of the Thames
  • Job TypeHuman/Social Services
  • Required ExperienceAt least two (2) years of experience working with First Nation children, youth, and families.
  • Job TypeContract, Full Time, Permanent Employment
  • Education / CredentialsA Post-Secondary Degree or Diploma in Social Work, Human Services, or a related field.
  • ResumeRequired
  • Cover LetterRequired
  • Application Deadline01/15/2025

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Job Description

JOB POSTING

 

Position:              Prevention Services Worker

Term:                   Multiple positions available, with opportunities for Permanent Full-Time or Contract roles

Department:       Prevention Services

Division:               Community and Social Services

Salary:                 Competitive salary range

Hours:                  35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8:30a.m. to 4:30p.m., must be flexible to align work schedule with program requirements which will include some evenings, weekends, and statutory holidays

Posting Date: December 17, 2024                                                                        

Closing Date: January 15, 2025, at 4:30p.m.

JOB SUMMARY:  

The Prevention Services Worker is responsible for providing child and family support to First Nation families within the Oneida Nation of the Thames, London, and surrounding areas. The Prevention Services Worker will offer community-based prevention services to Oneida children and youth who are seeking support or may be at risk of Child Protection Services (CAS) intervention, or who are already involved with CAS, with the goal of ensuring they can safely remain with their families of origin. The role aims to keep children within their families and communities, regardless of their location. Additionally, the Prevention Services Worker will assist anyone seeking prevention services based on available programming and individual needs.

Experience and Qualifications

EDUCATION:

  1. A Post-Secondary Degree or Diploma in Social Work, Human Services, or a related field.

EXPERIENCE:

  1. At least two (2) years of experience working with First Nation children, youth, and families.
  2. Experience in case management is preferred.
  3. A valid Class “G” driver’s license and a clean driver’s abstract are required.

How to Apply

MANDATORY DOCUMENTATION WITH APPLICATION:

  1. A cover letter must be included with your application addressing the qualifications outlined above.
  2. Resume

REQUIREMENTS PRIOR TO STARTING EMPLOYMENT:

  1. The successful candidate must submit a recent Vulnerable Sector Check (completed within a 30-day timeframe), at their own expense.
  2. The successful candidate must submit a copy of a valid Class “G” Driver’s License and a recent driver abstract (completed within a 30-day timeframe), at their own expense.
  3. The successful candidate must submit a copy of applicable educational qualifications (certificates, diplomas, degrees, etc.).

Submit all mandatory documentation to hr.recruitment@oneida.on.ca.

  • Late applications will not be accepted.
  • All applications will be screened according to the above qualifications, including a full and complete application as requested.
  • Only those selected for interviews will be contacted.
  • A registered member of a First Nation as per Section 16(1) of the Human Rights Act, is preferred.
  • Oneida Nation is committed to workplace diversity and provides accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout our hiring process. If you require accommodations, please contact Human Resources.

 

To request a full job profile, contact the Human Resources Department at 519-652-3244 ext. 827 or by email hr.recruitment@oneida.on.ca.