Indigenous child and family well-being worker, 6-month contract, 1FTE
Posted on Wednesday, October 14th, 2026
Family & Children’s Services of Renfrew County | Pembroke, Ontario
Full-Time | Wage: Salary $62,893 – $96,915 /year | Closes 2026-10-27
Job Description
CORE FUNCTIONS
The Indigenous Child and Family Well-Being Worker will:
Assess safety and risk, determine service responses, and collaborate with families, Indigenous communities, and collateral partners using both clinical and culturally grounded approaches.
Complete investigations, case management, and service planning in line with CYFSA, Child Protection Standards, and agency policies, while incorporating Indigenous teachings and practices.
Maintain accurate, timely documentation and participate in supervision, team collaboration, and ongoing professional development.
Ensure services are provided in compliance with applicable legislation, including the Ontario Human Rights Code, AODA, OHSA, and FLSA where applicable.
Uphold commitments to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Calls to Action and support Indigenous self-determination in service delivery.
Recognize the importance of family, extended family, community, culture, language, land, spirituality, ceremony and identity.
Work respectfully with Elders, Knowledge Keepers and Indigenous service providers.
Support opportunities for children and youth to reconnect with their culture, community and traditional knowledge.
Recognize that First Nations, Inuit and Métis communities have distinct cultures, traditions, governance structures, protocols and approaches to child and family well-being.
ASSIGNMENT FOCUS
Investigation-Receive and assess referrals, conduct investigative interviews, complete safety and risk assessments, develop safety plans, and determine next steps, while ensuring culturally respectful engagement with children, families, and communities.
Ongoing Protection-Provide ongoing case management, safety reassessment, permanency planning, and service coordination, integrating Indigenous approaches such as circle, ceremony when appropriate, and community involvement.
Integrated / Community-Based-Perform both investigation and ongoing functions, responding to service needs while prioritizing culturally responsive and community-based approaches.
KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE
Commitment to culturally responsive and Indigenous-led practice in alignment with the Child, Youth and Family Services Act.
Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) or Master of Social Work (MSW) is required.
In exceptional circumstances, candidates with a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and demonstrated relevant skills and experience in child welfare, social services, or Indigenous community-based work may be considered.
Preference shall be given to persons of First Nations, Métis, or Inuit heritage who meet the education requirement, or who are considered under the alternative education and experience provision, in the opinion of the local Director.
Demonstrated experience working with Indigenous communities and organizations, including respectful engagement with Indigenous community members, Elders, and Knowledge Keepers.
Lived experience and a strong connection to First Nations, Métis, and Inuit cultures, traditions, and practices is considered a significant asset.
French language skills are considered an asset.
First Nations, Inuit, and Métis candidates are strongly encouraged to apply and to self-identify.
WORKING CONDITIONS
This position involves a combination of office-based work and in-person service delivery
Flexibility in work hours is occasionally required to meet service needs, including after-hours or emergency response
Regular travel within the county is required, and travel outside the county may also be required on a regular or as-needed basis; access to a reliable vehicle is necessary
The role requires periods of light physical activity, including sitting, standing, walking, and occasional handling of lightweight objects (up to 10 lbs.)
This role involves partnering with families and communities through sensitive and sometimes emotionally charged situations. Workers are supported to navigate complex interactions with empathy, professionalism, and resilience, utilizing available resources and training to promote well-being for both families and staff.
JOB TERMS: Contract
APPLY BY: 2026-10-27
How to Apply
Please follow the link:
https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=1ca9776e-c03d-457d-a135-61eb28b2116d&ccId=19000101_000001&jobId=13218&source=IN&lang=en_CA
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