Family Services Worker

Case planning and case work with families; and for children and youth who are in care;

Receiving reports related to suspected child abuse or neglect;

Receiving requests/making referrals for family enhancement/family support services;

Child protection intake and investigations;

Conducting risk assessments;

Repatriation of children from other jurisdictions;

Case work and related financial documentation;

Arranging for payments to foster parents and alternate caregivers;

Providing family support;

Advocacy, as appropriate, for children, youth and families;

Referrals for treatment and other specialized services;

Consultation with legal counsel; preparing court documents; appearing in court;

Mutual family assessments; annual family development plans; training and support;

Coordinating placements for children in care;

Providing after-hours or emergency services;

Consulting with and receiving directions from the Family Service Supervisor , in accordance with Child and Family Services Policies; and, as otherwise required.