QUALIFICATIONS:

• BSW or related field required with minimum of two years direct experience working with Aboriginal children, youth and their families.
• Must have excellent report writing, organizational, time management, and communication skills.
• Must have excellent interpersonal skills.
• Must be able to work as part of a team.
• Knowledge of and appreciation for Ojibway culture and aspirations are essential.
• The ability to speak Ojibway will be considered a definite asset.
• Must have experience in crisis management and working with high-risk youth and families.
• Must be proficient using Microsoft Office, i.e., Word, Power point, Outlook, etc.
  WRCFS offers a supportive, progressive, and innovative work environment, competitive salaries, a great benefits package and training opportunities. The successful applicant must provide WRCFS with a current Criminal Record check that includes a Vulnerable Sector Search, Child Abuse Registry check, Prior Contact check and Driver’s Abstract prior to the commencement of employment. Travel is required. A valid driver’s license and access to means of reliable transportation for work is a condition of employment. Public Health Guidelines will apply.
  SALARY: Commensurate with experience and training and according to Provincial pay scale.

DUTIES INCLUDE:

• Coordinates individualized Wraparound services for youth and their families.
• Provides integrated case management using the wraparound process.
• Assist youth and their families to identify strengths/needs utilizing the Wraparound process.
• Ability to collaborate with community resources and professionals in development of Individual Care Plans to provide social and emotional support to youth.
• Works with youth and family in the transition process and to graduate from the wraparound program.
• Coordinates crisis management processes to ensure safety of youth.
• Participate in monthly team meetings with Wraparound Coordinator and Project Manager.
• Submits required monthly and weekly data to Wraparound Coordinator to ensure documentation of Circle of Care Wraparound Program youth and family activities and to track progress.
• Participates in scheduled trainings as determined by Wraparound Coordinator and Project Manager.
• Assists evaluator with data collection and Circle of Care Wraparound Program evaluation process.
• Carries out all the other activities as identified in the work plan or that are identified throughout the project