Rapid Response Worker Position

JOB TITLE: Rapid Response Worker (Temporary)
DEPARTMENT Integrated Services
REPORTS TO: Family Strengthening Supervisor
DATE PREPARED: August 13, 2010
CLOSING DATE: August 27, 2010

PURPOSE:

The primary objective of the Metis Family Services Rapid Response Worker is to work in concert with Ministry of Children and Family Development (MCFD) child protection staff to ensure the safety and well-being of Métis children and assist in the preservation of the family unit.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

•Accompany & assist MCFD child protection staff with child welfare investigations involving Métis families.
•Assist in the development & implementation of risk reduction planning through intensive one to one support in the home.
•Offer a variety of culturally sensitive family support programs
•Promote the least disruptive measure’s philosophy & provide MCFD protection staff with viable alternatives to the removal of children if & whenever possible.
•In the event of removal, the Rapid Response Worker will focus on the early return of the child/ren or seek family based alternatives to mainstream foster care.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

•Bachelor of Social Work degree, qualifications for MCFD delegation
•Knowledge & appreciation of Metis/Aboriginal cultures and how this impacts the development of individuals and communities
•Practical knowledge of Provincial Aboriginal Operational Practice Standards and Indicators
•Practical knowledge of the MCFD Risk Assessment Model for Child Protection in BC

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

•Criminal Record Check
•Driver’s license; Driver’s abstract and reliable transportation

Rate of pay: $21.38 to $25.14 per hour
Benefits: as per the Collective Agreement
Please clearly state the position you are applying for and forward your resume & cover
letter to the attention of Judy Smith by fax or email.
Email: jsmith@metisfamilyservices.ca
Fax: 604 582-4820
This position requires union membership.
This position is open to male and female applicants.
Preference will be given to persons of Aboriginal ancestry, as permitted by Section 42(3) of the Human Rights Code.