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Durham Children's Aid Society

$75K — $90K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • B.S.W degree or equivalent recognized by the Ontario Association of Professional Social Workers.
  • B.A. in Social Science with 6 months direct experience in Children's Aid Services (CAS) or 2 years of related family/children work experience.
  • Proficiency in a second language is an asset.
  • Consideration for candidates with equivalent education, experience, and training.

Responsibilities

  • Facilitate the expansion of family networks through active kin search.
  • Engage with individuals connected to children/youth to gather information.
  • Complete thorough file reviews and conduct web searches related to family matters.
  • Collaborate with formal and informal supports for child/youth placement planning.
  • Implement family search and engagement principles aligned with the Society's strategic plan.

Benefits

  • Opportunity for professional development in a supportive environment.
  • Engagement with a diverse clientele and impactful work with families.
  • Chance to directly influence the lives of children and youth in care.
Full Job Description
Temporary, Full-Time to October 4, 2027

Bargaining Unit CUPE Local 3223

Salary

$75,818.09 - $90,906.89

Position Summary

This position is responsible to facilitate the expansion of family networks by ensuring kin search: engaging with people connected to the child/youth, completing file reviews, web searches; and engaging with all formal and informal supports to determine the most suitable plans and placement that is in the best interest of the child/youth and their families. This position will champion the Society's strategic plan and utilize various strategies to assist with the Society-wide implementation of family search and engagement principles.

Qualifications
  • B.S.W degree or equivalent as recognized by the Ontario Association of Professional Social Workers.
  • B.A. in Social Science with 6 months full-time direct CAS experience or 2 years related experience working with families and/or children (e.g. court clinics, residential programs).
  • Proficiency in a second language an asset.
  • An equivalent combination of relevant education, experience, and training may be considered as appropriate.


Additional Information

Candidates must undergo and successfully pass a background check before an offer of employment may be made. Proof of education is required.

This position is a temporary contract covering a leave. Durham Children's Aid Society does not utilize Artificial Intelligence for the screening and selection of candidates.

Please apply by 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, September 29, 2026, through our Career's portal: Careers - Durham Children's Aid Society

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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