Intake/Investigation Worker

Competition #: 2025-INTAKE-017
Location: Sioux Lookout, ON
FT/PT Status: Full Time (Regular)
Closing Date: OPEN UNTIL FILLED

Starting Salary: $69,040

Position Overview:

Intake/Investigation Workers play a key role in responding to reports of children at risk of harm. Intake/Investigation Workers investigate referrals regarding abuse or neglect and help determine if children are safe. If they aren’t safe, Intake/Investigation Workers help to put in place the least intrusive measures to protect children. The work of Intake/Investigation Workers and all our staff is guided by our Mamow Obiki-ahwahsoowin Service Model – everyone working together to raise our children.

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Conduct child protection investigations.
• Communicate regularly with Chief and Council and the Direct Services Supervisor on investigations and follow-up.
• Intake/Investigation Workers must become familiar with and have the ability to interpret and apply our Mamow Obiki-ahwahsoowin values, principles and policies.

Qualifications Desired:

• This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all applicants. Persons of First Nations Ancestry will be given preference. We invite applicants to Self-Identify if Indigenous, Metis or Inuit.
• Interest in working with children and youth. Experience with raising a family or working with children, being a part of community life in small remote communities.
• Willing to attend training as required.
• Knowledge of and lived experience with the Indigenous culture.
• Basic verbal and written communication skills and personal time management.
• Ability to speak Indigenous languages is an asset.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Computer experience is an asset, but not required.
• Valid driver’s license or willingness to obtain driver’s license.
• Travel is a requirement.
• No remote work available.
• No relocation assistance available.