Family Worker

• Identify, document and respond to physical, emotional and behavioral indicators of abuse, neglect and emotional injury.
• Perform Structured Decision-Making Risk assessments (SDM) at all required points in the life of a case file.
• Assess strengths and needs of children and families in collaboration with the family while assisting to increase protective factors and decrease risk factors.
• Conduct face to face interviews with children and families to assess risk and safety.
• Provides referrals, support, guidance and families to address issues related to family functioning.
• Organizes, arranges and conducts case conferences and/or participates in Family Circles.
• Support clients by building confidence and skills
• Ensures compliance for case management standards
• Assist clients to increase protective factors and decrease risk factors in their environment.
• Provide supports, referrals and guidance to available services to stabilize family functioning.
• Consults with Supervisor as required, documents discussion and outcomes.
• Ensures all documentation is complete as per Family Centered Case Management Policy and file standards.
• Monitors and evaluates the effectiveness of services and supports in addressing the identified risk factors.
• Utilize computer systems (Redmane) for case management purposes, inputting all required case information.
• Legal and procedural requirements are completed.
• Attendance at court to give testimony to case facts.
• Ensure the development of a safety plan and required support is identified within the plan.
• Participate in the intake and on-call schedule for after hour services on a rotational basis.
• Provide updated client contact information to Administration Unit to ensure accuracy of payments.
• Adhere to all OLFS policies and procedures
• Other duties as required

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• B.I.S.W., BSW
• 2+ years’ Experience child protection
• Class 5 driver’s license with acceptable abstract
• Clear criminal record with vulnerable sector

COMPETENCIES

• Knowledge and experience of family dynamics
• Understanding of The Child and Family Services Act of Saskatchewan
• Understanding of the historical significance of residential schools and how it relates to OLCN
• Work under pressure and stress situations
• Experience in program development and planning
• Strong principles and ethics
• Work under pressure and stressful situations
• Attention to detail
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Physical ability to lift up-to 20lbs

HAZARD ASSOCIATED WITH JOB

• Physical and cognitive ergonomics
• Aggressive incoming calls
• Travel

Contact/application information:

Submit resume to lynda.curtis@olfs.ca with:

1. Cover Letter
2. Current resume with dates specified
3. Three reference letters (1 from a co-worker, 1 from a current supervisor, 1 from a past supervisor)
4. Criminal Check
5. Driver’s Abstract

POSTED: March 17, 2026
DEADLINE: March 31, 2026