Family Support Worker

Temporary Full-Time to June 30, 2027

Bargaining Unit CUPE Local 3223

Salary

$75,818.09 – $90,906.89

Position Summary

The Family Support Worker provides child management and parent education services to families receiving protection services, to achieve the goals of maintaining the child in the family where it is consistent with the child’s best interest, protection and safety; and supporting the successful reintegration of the child from CAS care to the family.

This position will conduct assessments of child management practices, provide child management education/services to increase family functioning. This position will work in close collaboration with the case manager and to determine the type of assistance required and to formulate intervention plans, as well as meeting all related Ministry standards and regulations.

Qualifications

• 3-year Child and Youth Worker Diploma or equivalent.
• 6+ months related experience.
• Computer experience, including word processing is required.
• Proficiency in a second language an asset.

Additional Information

Candidates must undergo and successfully pass a background check before an offer of employment may be made. Proof of education is required.

This position is a temporary contract covering a leave. Durham Children’s Aid Society does not utilize Artificial Intelligence for the screening and selection of candidates.

About Us

Durham Children’s Aid Society has been supporting families and protecting children in our community since 1905. We are responsible for providing child protection services to children and youth under the age of 18, and their families, who live in Durham Region.

We work with families and our community partners to help children grow up safe and healthy. In most instances, we are able to keep children safe in their family home by working with their primary caregivers to address any challenges they may be facing.

Learn more about us at www.durhamcas.ca.

Our Commitment To Diversity
We strive to be an equitable and inclusive employer. Our commitment to equity is grounded in an institution-wide commitment to achieving a working, teaching, and learning environment that is free of discrimination and harassment. We actively seek candidates from First Nations, Métis, and Inuit, racialized and 2SLGBTQ+ communities, women, and people with differing abilities (including people who have experienced mental health and substance use challenges).

We are committed to a selection process and work environment that is inclusive and barrier free. Accommodation will be provided in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code.

What We Offer

We offer an inclusive work environment. Our office is well situated on Taunton Road and is transit accessible. Most positions are eligible for hybrid work in accordance with our Flexible Work Arrangement policy. We offer a comprehensive and competitive compensation package, including a defined benefits pension plan with the Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System (OMERS). Learn more at www.durhamcas.ca/careers.

Please apply by 4:30 p.m. on Thursday, October 8, 2026, through our Career’s portal: Careers - Durham Children's Aid Society

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.