Current Openings

Key Assets is part of a global organization, changing the lives of children everywhere. In Canada, our non-profit offices are located in Ontario, Newfoundland and Labrador, and Nova Scotia. Within Ontario, our office is in located in Mississauga. Collectively, our dynamic organization provides various support services to young people and families with complex needs. This includes foster family placements, family-based care, alternate care, therapeutic support, clinical services and community training. We are a growing company seeking talented Child and Youth Workers to be with us while we grow.

We are currently hiring in Burlington, Ontario and surrounding area for the position of:

Child and Youth Care Worker(s)
(Full-time, Part-time, and Casual/Relief Positions Available)

We are looking for innovative and creative Child and Youth Care Workers to provide care, supervision, and support to young people with complex needs. The work is varied and will include relationship building, planning, and participating in social and recreational activities including teaching life skills, providing educational supports and developing and implementing individualized intervention plans.
The successful applicant(s) must be confident, energetic, adaptable, patient, self-aware, physically active, and able to safely intervene in crisis situations. Shift work, including weekends, and overnights is required.

Qualifications:
To be successful in this role, the candidate is required to have:
• Child and Youth Worker Diploma/Degree or Developmental Services Worker Diploma/ or Social Service Worker Diploma
• Registration with the Ontario Association of Child and Youth Care would be considered an asset.
• A comprehensive working knowledge of all relevant regulations and legislation pertaining to children’s services in Ontario (Child and Youth Family Services Act and Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services Licensing standards).
• A minimum of 1 year experience, with preference given to those that have worked with children in Foster Care and / or Alternate Care settings
• Ability to work a rotational schedule including evenings, weekends and overnights.
• Demonstrated understanding and commitment to supporting individuals from diverse cultures, experiences and backgrounds
• Must have valid First Aid, CPR and current certification in an approved Crisis Prevention and Intervention Program
• A valid G license with a clean driving record and daily access to a safe/reliable vehicle with a minimum of $2-Million liability insurance
• A current Broad Range Check (Police Screening) and Child Welfare Screening
• Proof of update to medical immunizations and health assessment from a registered healthcare professional

Key Assets Offers:
• Competitive salary commensurate with education and experience (Starting salary $22.07/ hr)
• Group Health Benefits enrollment (health, dental, and life etc.) and competitive RRSP contribution matching up to 5% of employee contribution, benefits vary by position
• Annual leave entitlement of 20 days per year (4 weeks), benefits vary by position
• Sick leave entitlements, benefits vary by position
• Learning and development, training, and certification opportunities

HOW TO APPLY:
If you want to help us provide invaluable support to children, youth, adults and their families please send your cover letter and resume by email to Recruitment@keyassets.ca

We thank all those who apply, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please.

Application Deadline: This ad will remain open until we fill the positions we require.

At Key Assets, we pledge our commitment to valuing diversity and inclusion and strive to act with cultural sensitivity and respect. We are strongly committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the populations that we serve and will continuously strive to build and sustain an equitable work environment. We will always challenge the norm, ask questions, and keep our promises.

We strongly encourage applications from all qualified individuals, which includes applicants from all cultures, diverse gender identity and expression, race, and others who contribute to our diverse population.

We ask applicants who may require an accommodation to contact our Human Resources Department who will work to arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation(s) for the interview and selection process.

Key Assets is a nonprofit organization that operates globally, enriching, supporting, and changing the lives of children and youth everywhere. In Canada Key Assets offices are located in Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, and Ontario. Collectively, our dynamic organization provides various supports and services to young people with complex needs and supports families. This includes family-based care, alternate care, therapeutic support, clinical services, emotional regulation programs, and community trainings.

Key Assets Ontario is currently recruiting in Mississauga, ON for the position of:
Independent Assessor
(self-employed, contract)

The Independent Assessor works collaboratively with the Assessment Coordinator to produce high quality Family Based Care assessments that adhere to all Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services regulations regarding the assessing and approving of Family Based Carers in Ontario.
This is a contractual position, whereby assignments are offered on a contract basis dependent on the number of prospective individuals and/or families who apply to foster with Key Assets Ontario at any given time.

 

Core duties include, but are not limited to the following:

• Understanding and adherence to the policies and procedures specific to completing a Key Assets Family Based Care Assessment, including understanding and incorporation of the Framework for Excellence and Key Assets Purpose and Pledges.
• Applicant interviews – including individual sessions and couple sessions (if applicable), typically 4-6 interviews, including 2 to 3 visits within the family home.
• Detailed exploration of the personal history and experiences of the applicant(s), and their skills and ability to meet the needs of fostered children and youth, within the context of the wider household and support networks. Among many considerations, the Independent Assessor will specifically examine the applicant’s parenting skills, their understanding of Family Based Care, motivation for becoming Family Based Carers and communication skills.
• Independent Assessors will support individuals in the assessment phase to complete all mandatory/legislated checks (Child Welfare, Vulnerable
  Sector Screen, Medicals and Drivers Abstracts etc.) and support them to complete documentation relevant to the assessment process.
• Independent Assessors will prepare a detailed assessment report that will include a recommendation on the applicants’ suitability to foster. The assessment report includes the assessors’ recommendations on appropriate matching considerations for potential placements, support and training needs.
• Independent Assessors will be required to attend training and/or information sessions to be well informed on any changes to the assessment process, or new legislated MCCSS requirements regarding the assessing and approving of Family Based Carers.

 

Qualifications:

To be successful in this role, the candidate must have:

• Social Work degree or equivalent education and experience.
• Registered and in good standing with the designated professional regulatory body in Ontario.
• A comprehensive working knowledge of all relevant legislation pertaining to children’s services (CYFSA & MCCSS) Licensing standards, as well as publications which inform current thinking regarding best practice and the safe caring of children.
• Knowledge of and/or experience in foster care, working and supporting Family Based Carers.
• Training and experience writing assessments.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• A valid G Class license with a clear driving record and access to a safe/reliable vehicle.
• Clear Vulnerable Sector Police Screening and Child Welfare Screening.
• Valid Proof of Canadian Residency.

Flexibility to meet with families, including weekdays, evenings and weekends.

Compensation:

• Key Assets Canada shall pay a standard fee of $2500 (inclusive of HST) for a completed typed Assessment.
• Family Based Care Assessments that end prior to completion are paid at a rate of $50/hour.
• Training and Information sessions are paid at a rate of $40/hour.

All the above are payable on receipt of an invoice.

 

If this exciting opportunity describes you, we invite you to submit a cover letter along with your resume to Recruitment@keyassets.ca.

 

This ad will remain open until we fill the positions we require.

 

At Key Assets, we pledge our commitment to valuing diversity and inclusion and strive to act with cultural sensitivity and respect. We are strongly committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the populations that we serve and will continuously strive to build and sustain an equitable work environment. We will always challenge the norm, ask questions, and keep our promises.

We strongly encourage applications from all qualified individuals, which includes applicants from all cultures, diverse gender identity and expression, race, and others who contribute to our diverse population.

We ask applicants who may require an accommodation to contact our Human Resources Department who will work to arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodations for the interview and selection process.

If you are a student enrolled in any college or university in Ontario and would like to do your internship or placement at Key Assets or would like to complete a project assignment, from marketing, journalism, social work or child and youth work, please reach out to: contactus@keyassetson.ca