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Summer Student - Alternative Care/Kinship Worker

CompanyDilico Anishinabek Family Care
LocationThunder Bay
Work ModeOn Site
PostedApril 15, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The Alternative Care Worker provides protection and care for children in accordance with the Child and Family Services Act and agency policies. They perform duties related to alternative care and adoption under the direction of the Alternative Care Service Manager.
Internship Type
student
Company Size
248
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
31 hours
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About The Company
Dilico Anishinabek Family Care provides a range of responsive individual, family and community programs and services for the complete life journey of all Anishinabek people. We care for the physical health, the mental health and the health of the communities where Anishinabek people live by promoting wellness through education and capacity building in the areas of illness, trauma and diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation. Vision Our vision is balance and well-being for Anishinabek children, families and communities. Mission Dilico embraces a holistic approach in the delivery of health, mental health, addictions and child welfare systems to complement the strengths, values and traditions of Anishinabek children, families and communities. Core Values • Client centered services based upon teamwork. • Quality service delivery that is ethical, caring, compassionate and sensitive. • Partnerships that advance the well-being of the Anishinabek. • Role models who demonstrate positive leadership. • An environment that creates positive morale. • Effective and accountable management. • Long-range strategic planning
About the Role
 

Join us at Dilico! The Dilico Integrated Model of Care brings together a wide range of services and programs to support children, youth and families to live their good life - physically, emotionally, mentally and spiritually. We offer services, rooted in culture, that address diverse issues related to child welfare, mental health & addictions, and primary health. Our Student Placement program welcomes students from a variety of different university and college programs to gain valuable experience and skills with us.

 

Purpose and Summary:

Under the direction of the Alternative Care Service Manager, the Alternative Care Worker is responsible for providing the protection and care of children by performing duties of Alternative Care and Adoption as may be required, in accordance with provisions of the Child and Family Services Act, Ministry Regulations and Standards, Abuse Protocols, and Dilico Anishinabek Family Care policies and procedures.

 

What You'll Gain:

  • Hands on experience
  • Opportunities to apply skills learned in the classroom to the workplace
  • Development for your professional skills
  • Plus, much more


Hours of Work: 31 weekly

 

 

To apply for our student placement opportunities, please submit your resume and cover letter by May 30th.

 

 

Please apply directly at https://www.dilico.com/careers/

As an Indigenous Agency Dilico gives preference to Indigenous people.

Dilico is committed to diversity in the workplace and encourages applications from all qualified candidates.

Only those considered for an interview will be contacted.


Dilico Anishinabek Family Care

200 Anemki Place | Fort William First Nation | ON | P7J1L6

TF +1 855 623 8511 | T +1 807 623 8511

Key Skills
Child WelfareCase ManagementAdoption ServicesSocial ServicesDocumentationPolicy ComplianceCommunicationProfessional Development
Categories
Social ServicesHealthcare