Children Welfare & Mental Health Agency. Services: Child Protection & Mental Health, Fostering, Adoption, Kinship, etc.
Barrie, Ontario
On April 1, 2015, Simcoe Muskoka Family Connexions became a union of the Simcoe Children's Aid Society and Family, Youth and Child Services of Muskoka. The agencies continue to provide culturally appropriate, efficient and effective services in the areas of child protection and children's mental health across the regions of Simcoe and Muskoka. Family Connexions believes that every child and youth thrives within a strong family and community. We promote, support and protect the mental, physical, emotional and social well-being of children and youth. Our main areas of service are child protection and children's mental health. Child Protection is focused on improving the health, well-being, education and safety of children and youth. We are one of Ontario’s 44 Children’s Aid Societies and Family and Children’s Services that are mandated by the Ontario Government to protect children from harm. Children’s Mental Health provides assistance and support to children and youth experiencing mental health issues in the District of Muskoka. Children’s Mental Health Ontario reports that 1 in 5 Ontario children and youth has a mental health problem. Left untreated, mental health disorders can impact a child’s school performance, family and peer relationships.
On-site · Barrie
This position is responsible for imaging, backing up data, and deploying agency hardware such as laptops and cell phones. Additionally, the role provides technical assistance to staff regarding information systems and secure data cleaning.
On-site · Collingwood
The incumbent is responsible for investigating and assessing child protection matters and providing support services to children and families. They will also manage caseloads, maintain documentation in accordance with legislation, and conduct community outreach and prevention activities.
On-site · Barrie
The incumbent is responsible for managing a caseload of kinship homes, conducting assessments of caregivers, and ensuring all documentation meets ministry licensing standards. They must also participate in an emergency on-call roster and provide face-to-face services to children and families.
On-site · Barrie
The incumbent will support youth in their transition from the child welfare system to adulthood by helping them set goals and navigate adult service systems. They will also connect youth to existing resources and perform other duties as assigned by the Service Manager.