Posted 6 months ago
Child Protection Worker
@ Kunuwanimano Child & Family Services
Timmins, ON · Chapleau, ON · New Liskeard, ON · Kirkland Lake, ON · Cochrane, ON +1
Overview
Kunuwanimano Child & Family Services is hiring a full-time Child Protection Worker across its district offices in Ontario, with extensive travel expected. The role provides culturally relevant child protection services to First Nations children and families, including investigations, crisis intervention and court witness work. The posting requires a BSW or equivalent experience, a valid G licence, a clear Vulnerable Sector Check and on-call availability.
Responsibilities:
- Provide ongoing child protection services to an assigned caseload
- Investigate and assess allegations of child abuse or maltreatment
- Intervene in crises and assess risk to children
- Coordinate customary care and society placements
- Act as a witness in child welfare and court matters
Requirements summary:
- BSW with First Nations child welfare experience, or 2 years of social service experience
- Valid G Ontario driver's licence
- Clear Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening
- $2M auto liability insurance
- Indigenous language considered a major asset
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-05-20
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-08
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-06
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Job details
| Department | Social & community services |
| Experience | 2+ years |
| Hours per week | 35 |
| Travel | ground: frequent |
| Work setting | Client sites, Office, Home |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer moderate |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | G Ontario driver's licence, OACAS New Worker Training Modules |
| Driver’s licence | required, own vehicle |
| Background checks | criminal record |
| Encouraged to apply | Indigenous peoples, People with disabilities, 2SLGBTQ+ |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (preferred) |
| Fields of study | Social Work |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Retirement plan, Paid training |
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Kunuwanimano Child & Family Services
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Kunuwanimano Child & FS is an organization that values children and is respectful and sensitive to their needs.
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Kunuwanimano Child and Family Services is a child and family well-being organization. Rooted in it's vision and mission Kunuwanimano Child and Family Services works to ensure the safety and well-being of children is secured by strenghthening, supporting and encouraging the healthy development of families.
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Kunuwanimano Child and Family Services is a child and family well-being organization. Rooted in it's vision and mission Kunuwanimano Child and Family Services works to ensure the safety and well-being of children is secured by strenghthening, supporting and encouraging the healthy development of families.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Civic and Social Organizations |
| Company size | 51-200 employees |
| Organization type | Government Agency |
| Year founded | 1989 |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 4 |
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Location: All District Offices, ON
Job type: Full-Time – 35 hours per week
Vacancy Status: New Position (This position will have extensive travel. Likely upwards of 70-80 percent)
What you will do in the role
- Provides fair, respectful, and culturally relevant services to First Nations children and families, consistent with the Agency’s By-Laws, Policies, Procedures, and the Ontario Child Protection Standards.
- Develops links with relevant communities on and off reserve to explore service options and strategies to address issues affecting First Nations children and families.
- Provides a range of ongoing child protection services to children and their families of an assigned caseload of both voluntary and non-voluntary clients.
- Investigates and assesses allegations of child abuse and/or maltreatment.
- Intervenes in crises situations, assesses risk to children and determines action which may include the need for alternative placement.
- Advocates on behalf of children and families for a variety of support services within the community.
- Participates as a member of the team in the achievement of departmental and team service objectives and targets, including performing other duties as required.
- Coordinates and facilitates customary care and society placements and prepares all required documents and supporting the child and family throughout the admission process.
- Acts as a witness in child welfare, criminal, and juvenile court matters in support of the agency’s recommendations.
Just a few reasons to join Kunuwanimano Child and Family Services
- Opportunity to work with a dynamic team with career growth across multiple departments.
- KCFS prides itself in providing its employees with job security, competitive wages, and a safe working environment.
- Training opportunities to support your success in the role.
- A defined contribution benefit pension plan (OMERS)
- Comprehensive Health Plan including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability insurance.
- Competitive vacation leaves
What you bring to the table
- BSW with previous child welfare experience within First Nations communities or 2 years of social service experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Completion of OACAS New Worker Training Modules preferred.
- Must possess a valid “G” Ontario Driver’s licence, be willing to travel, able to work flexible hours and provide on- call services when required.
- Must provide a $2M auto liability insurance.
- Must produce clear Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening
- Ability to speak an Indigenous language considered a major asset.
- Demonstrate excellent analytical, problem solving, negotiating, decision making, planning, organizational, administrative, and oral and written communication skills.
Please refer to our website: www.kunuwanimano.com for employment opportunities.
At Kunuwanimano Child and Family Services, we walk together in the spirit of respect, learning, and community. Our approach to hiring reflects our commitment to Indigenous-led service, Nation-based healing, and creating a workplace where everyone feels safe, valued, and supported.
We encourage applications from First Nations individuals, particularly those from Treaty 9 communities and our partner Nations. We honour education, professional experience, and the deep knowledge that comes from culture, community, and lived experience.
As an equitable employer, we welcome applications from all qualified persons, including those who identify as Two-Spirit, LGBTQ+, non-binary, francophone, persons with disabilities, and other equity-seeking groups. Accommodation is available on request from candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
AI tools may be utilized to support recruitment processes, such as resume screening and candidate matching, while ensuring compliance with privacy laws and ethical standards. All AI-assisted decisions are reviewed by qualified professionals to maintain fairness and transparency.
In keeping with the traditional practices of Indigenous peoples, there may be occasions when the work environment includes exposure to smoke from the burning of sacred medicines such as tobacco, sweetgrass, sage, or cedar.
Please note that preference will be given to qualified Indigenous applicants. Please self-identify.
Meegwetch to all applicants, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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