Social Worker - Youth Protection

The CIUSSS de l’Ouest-de-l’Île-de-Montréal is hiring!

Are you looking for a meaningful job where every day can have a major impact in the life of a child?

The Batshaw Youth and Family Centres, located in Westmount, are seeking

Social Workers for full-time permanent and temporary positions within the Evaluation and Orientation (EO) Service for Youth Protection (DPJ) reports.

At Batshaw Youth and Family Centres, we are driven by a shared conviction: to protect young people and offer them a future filled with hope.

What will you do in practice?

You will work with English-speaking children and families from diverse communities, some of whom may be facing neglect, abuse, or personal or family challenges.

Within the Evaluation and Orientation (EO) Service , you will analyze reports and implement the necessary protective measures when a child’s safety or development is at risk.

• Testimony :

A demanding role—human… and deeply rewarding!

Your Day-to-day Mission

• Go into the field to meet children, families, and professionals;
• Quickly assess situations, including risks, needs, safety, and the child’s development;
• Propose concrete and safe solutions (living environment, resources, interventions);
• Develop and implement intervention plans tailored to each youth;
• Support parents and guide youth in developing positive behaviors;
• Facilitate activities that promote adaptation, rehabilitation, and social reintegration;
• Clarify the child’s life plan and facilitate their integration into their environment;
• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team with legal professionals, physicians, specialists, and other network professionals;
• Write reports, document case files, and contribute to the improvement of clinical tools.

Schedule: Monday to Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

The Ideal Candidate

• Is a member of the OPCQ (or in the process of becoming a member).
• Is fluent in English and French.
• Has a valid driver’s license and access to a car.
• Is adaptable and able to manage changing priorities.

Why choose Youth Protection? For all these reasons:

• Financial bonus: salary premiums where applicable, mobile leave days in addition to vacation and sick days, partial reimbursement of professional order membership fees—and more!
• Comprehensive, progressive, and hands-on training lasting 3 to 6 months to help you step into your role with confidence.
• Exceptional clinical support and ongoing personalized guidance.
• A dynamic and caring team spirit, with a friendly and relaxed work atmosphere.
• The opportunity to develop strong clinical expertise in youth intervention.
• A stimulating clinical-legal environment alongside passionate professionals.
• Varied, challenging days—never routine.
• Opportunity to make a direct contribution to the protection of the most vulnerable individuals.

Protecting youth, a career that gives hope, where social work expertise contributes directly to the protection of the most vulnerable children.

Apply now!