Careers

WE NEED FOSTER CAREGIVERS!
Are you looking to help support children, youth and families in our community?
YOU can be the difference for a child or youth in need by opening your home as a foster caregiver. Foster caregivers provide supportive care to children and youth who, for a variety of …reasons, cannot live safely at home. Foster caregivers are needed for infants, toddlers, teens, children with special needs and sibling groups.
Join us for the next virtual information session:
WED Oct 21st @ 7:30pm. Registration is FREE.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/foster-care-information-session-tickets-1412766335139?aff=oddtdtcreator&fbclid=IwY2xjawU7FIJleHRuA2FlbQIxMABwZG9mAXNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR7bEwJSGZWD3kNgZr51A-JLh0cQeAUekQ8jDRDb9lKDNGcFu0lHbG_iwP_3rw_aem_u7LgtqSwza2bKefVrWH0Gg
For more information about our foster caregiver program or agency:
☎️ 519-539-6176
📩info@casoxford.on.ca
🌐 www.casoxford.on.ca

World Mental Health Day is October 10th and this year's theme is “Lived Experiences Heard: Real Voices, Real Change.” Those of us who’ve navigated mental health challenges, through sharing our experiences, can help create meaningful change in how we understand, support, and talk about …mental health across communities.

Your lived experience matters.
Whether you’ve faced anxiety, depression, burnout, or another mental health challenge, your voice carries the power to break down stigma, shape better support systems, and remind others they’re not alone. This theme recognizes that people with firsthand knowledge of mental health struggles bring insights no textbook can replicate!

Visit Partners for Mental Health below to learn more:
https://www.partnersformh.ca/world-mental-health-day-2026-how-to-share-your-story-and-where-to-get-support/

💜 Community Shout-Out! 💜
A big thank you to Giant Tiger Woodstock and The Food Project in Ingersoll for supporting our United Way BBQ yesterday!
Your generous donations helped make our campaign kickoff a fun and meaningful event for our staff and reminded us once again how much can …happen when our community comes together.
We’re grateful for local businesses who continue to show up, give back, and help make a difference right here in Oxford County. 💜
Thank you, Giant Tiger Woodstock and The Food Project! 🙌
#CommunityShoutOut #OxfordCounty #UnitedWay #CommunityStrong #CASOxford

Today is the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day – Every Child Matters. As a reminder, the orange shirt symbolizes the loss of culture, freedom, and self-esteem that many Indigenous children experienced as a result of the lasting impacts of the Residential School system. …
Public commemoration of this tragic chapter in Canada’s history plays a viral role in advancing Truth and Reconciliation. Here in Oxford County we have had flag raisings, marches and public events across the county that bring together both Indigenous and Non-Indigenous members of our community to advance on our commitment to Truth and Reconciliation. This morning we attended a Sunrise Ceremony with Mary Lou Smoke at Pittock Conservation Area, an event that was supported by City of Woodstock, Ontario, Upper Thames River Conservation Authority, and Two Row Creeations.
In a powerful and moving morning of smoke, story, and song, Mary Lou Smoke shared that in response to the question she is often asked, "How can I help?" from folks wanting to turn intention to action with reconciliation, that her response is often quite simple:
Kindness costs nothing.
How we treat each other sets the tone for what we will accept in society.
Acknowledge each other.
Make eye contact with those around you.
Nod at those who are struggling.
Greet those who are facing challenges in their lives.
We are not so different from each other.
Show up to events.
Show your support for the work being done to heal us all.
It is really a gift to us all.

This day reminds us that “Every Child Matters”. Whether you are wearing an orange shirt, supporting a local Indigenous business, attending an event, or simply making eye contact and giving a nod to someone who may otherwise be feeling invisible today, we can all play a role in building a stronger community together.

Kinship & Alternate Care Awareness Week recognizes the relatives, extended family and community members who step forward to support and care for children, youth, and families when they cannot safely remain at home.
Kin help preserve and strengthen the connections to family, culture and …community that shape a child or youth’s identity and sense of belonging. We know from research that this kind of support is directly linked to better outcomes and positively contribute to the well-being of children and youth.
This week we thank our KINSHIP & ALTERNATE CARE individuals and families for their important contributions. We all achieve more when working together, and they are an important part of the care that all kids and youth require to thrive!
#KinshipCaregivers #KinshipAndAlternateCareWeek

We are so grateful for the support of Rapid Relief Team Canada at our Annual Community BBQ! 💜 Events like this are only possible because of incredible community partners who share our commitment to building strong community connections. Thank you for helping create a fun and welcoming space …where families and community members could come together, connect, and enjoy a great day. #CommunityConnections #casoxford #rapidreliefteam

Children's Aid Society of Oxford County is proud to partner with Healthy Cart Woodstock for Shakes for a Cause! 💜
Every shake purchased helps make a difference. For every shake sold, $1 is donated to CAS Oxford, supporting children, youth, and families in our community.
So far, 160 …of the 1,000-shake goal has been reached, and there's still time to help us get there before September 30!
📍 Healthy Cart Woodstock, 54 Kent St., Woodstock
Grab a shake, support a local business, and help make a positive impact in Oxford County.
#ShakesForACause #HealthyCartWoodstock #CommunitySupport

Thank you Healthy Cart Woodstock for your support!

💜 Every family deserves to feel confident on the road.

Oxford Earlyon and the Children’s Aid Society of Oxford County are offering a FREE Car Seat Clinic for local families in Woodstock.
A certified car seat technician will check your child’s car seat installation and help …ensure it is properly installed in your vehicle.

📅 Thursday, September 10 | 1:00 – 4:00 PM
📅 Thursday, September 17 | 9:00 AM -12:00 PM

🚗 Have questions about your child’s car seat? Come get the support you need to make every ride a safer one.

Registration is required. 💜 Please contact Katie at kmcneil@oxfordcounty.ca to reserve your spot today!
#OxfordCounty #CarSeatClinic #ChildPassengerSafety #EarlyON #ChildSafety #CommunityCare #SafeRidesStartHere

WE NEED FOSTER CAREGIVERS!
Are you looking to help support children, youth and families in our community?
YOU can be the difference for a child or youth in need by opening your home as a foster caregiver. Foster caregivers provide supportive care to children and youth who, for a variety of …reasons, cannot live safely at home. Foster caregivers are needed for infants, toddlers, teens, children with special needs and sibling groups.
Join us for the next virtual information session:
WED SEPT 16th @ 7:30pm. Registration is FREE.
Reserve your space: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/foster-care-information-session-tickets-1412766335139?aff=oddtdtcreator&fbclid=IwY2xjawTgQp1leHRuA2FlbQIxMABzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEe_Z9h65QwXj-qDG9ZeKD3-SLTczuSJ3YrABMClTnxhQbBJNSbQwi_bJZqZYE_aem_ok72gHlqrvUfpnv2dPF-hw
For more information about our foster caregiver program or agency:
☎️ 519-539-6176
📩info@casoxford.on.ca
🌐 www.casoxford.on.ca

💜 You don't have to navigate motherhood alone.

If you've experienced interpersonal trauma, including intimate partner violence, and have a child under the age of four, Mothers in Mind offers a safe, supportive space to connect, heal, and strengthen your relationship with your …little one.
This fall, Mothers in Mind is partnering with Wellkin and the Family Violence Counselling Program of Oxford County to offer FREE Fall 2026 sessions.

Together, we'll explore:
✨ Building stronger connections with your child through play
✨ Recognizing and building on your parenting strengths
✨ Practicing self-care and self-compassion
✨ Responding to your child's needs with confidence in a supportive, welcoming environment

What's included?
🍎 Healthy snacks
📚 Children's storybooks to take home
🚗 Transportation support
🗣️ Interpretation services, if needed

This program is free of charge, and referrals are now being accepted.

📞 For more information or to submit a Mothers in Mind Referral Form, contact:
Katelyn Andrew
Family Violence Counselling Program
☎️ 519-539-1275 ext. 380
📧 familyviolence@casoxford.on.ca

💜 Healing begins with connection – for you and your child.

Did you see us in the Woodstock Ingersoll Echo back in June? We appreciate the help in spreading the word about the need for foster caregivers as part of our mission: "Together with our community, we help children, youth, and families be safe, strong, and connected".
From the …article:
"The recruitment of foster caregivers within the Oxford County community is important because it helps children and youth remain connected to the people, places and relationships that are meaningful to them. When children and youth are placed within their community, they are more likely to maintain these important relationships and routines. Remaining connected to their schools, peers, cultural traditions, sports teams, faith and communities can significantly reduce the trauma and disruption often experienced when coming into care." – Jaclyn Fekete, Child Protection Worker.

Being THERE TO CARE means being an important support that helps keep kids and youth connected during challenging times.

Thanks Emily from the Echo for having this important discussion with us and spreading the word! For anyone interested in learning more about our foster program, please reach out to Anna Biak:
519-539-6176 ext 336
fosterinquiries@casoxford.on.ca

We are grateful for the generosity and support of our community.
Thank you to Woodstock Collegiate Institute for the donation of funds raised during the Spirit Hockey Game to help support children, youth, and families needing it most. We appreciate you!!!

FOSTER CAREGIVERS provide temporary care when it is not possible for children and youth to remain with their primary caregivers, and kin or alternate care placements are not available. In most situations, children and youth placed in foster care are reunified with their primary caregivers, …families, and communities.

THERE TO CARE is community conversation about both the need for foster caregivers as well as what it means to get involved. Jaclyn has been out and about across Oxford County having this conversation with groups and individuals, and encouraging us to consider what it could mean to be 'There to Care' for local families who are needing support.
In asking foster caregivers what it means to them to be 'There to Care', some responses:
"I foster to provide stability, care, and opportunity."
"We foster to help keep kids connected to their community and culture."

Interested in learning more?
https://www.casoxford.on.ca/foster-care/
And if you see Jaclyn at a community event, stop by, say hi, and ask any questions you may have! #CASOxfordCounty #Theretocare #ittakesavillage

We are pleased to share that Fred Freeman is the recipient of this year's Jack Ross Memorial Award!
Since 1985, each year we have invited nominations from our community for an individual who has made outstanding contributions to children, youth, and families in Oxford County, in memory of …the late Constable Jack Ross.
This year's recipient exemplifies what it means to serve others with humility, compassion, and unwavering dedication. Through decades of volunteerism, community leadership, and public service, Fred has made a lasting impact on the lives of children, youth, and families across Oxford County.
From his years of service on the Children's Aid Society of Oxford County Board of Directors to his leadership in municipal government, Rotary, Big Brothers, and countless community initiatives, Fred has consistently demonstrated a deep commitment to building a stronger, more connected community. His leadership has helped create opportunities for young people, strengthened organizations, and inspired others to give back.
Today, we are honoured to recognize Fred with the Jack Ross Memorial Award.
Pictured here, Tina Diamond, CEO of the Children's Aid Society of Oxford County, presents Fred with this well-deserved recognition.
Congratulations, Fred, and thank you for your extraordinary commitment to making Oxford County a place where children, youth, and families can thrive. 💙

Service Canada provides Canadians with a single point of access to a wide range of government services and benefits. We are pleased to share that Service Canada will be in our community to make applying to programs and services even more accessible!

WHERE: Children’s Aid Society, 712… Peel Street Woodstock
WHEN: Monday July 13th, 2026 from 12:30pm to 3:30pm

Programs and services you can recieve help applying for:
– Social Insurance Number (SIN)
– Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP)
– Canada Disability Benefit (CDB)
– Canada Pension Plan (CPP)
– Employment Insurance (EI)
What to bring:
– Visit Canada.ca for a complete list of required documents.

Information on Service Canada’s programs, services and benefits can be found online at Canada.ca or by calling 1 800 O-Canada.

At CAS Oxford County, we are continually inspired by the organizations that work every day to strengthen and support our community.
We recently had the privilege of learning more about the incredible work of The Oxford County Community Health Centre’s Mobile Health Outreach Bus (MHOB) and the… essential services they provide to individuals and families across Oxford County. Access to these supports can be life-changing, helping people connect with healthcare, food, social services, and opportunities that might otherwise be out of reach.
We are grateful to the MHOB team for taking the time to share their knowledge, experiences, and the impact of their work.

We would also like to recognize and thank Operation Sharing for their valued partnership with MHOB and for the many ways they serve our community.
Through their dedication, compassion, and commitment to supporting those facing hardship, they continue to make a meaningful difference in the lives of so many.

Strong communities are built through collaboration, and we are proud to celebrate organizations that lead with care, inclusion, and a genuine commitment to helping others thrive.
Thank you to The Oxford County Community Health Centre’s Mobile Health Outreach Bus and Operation Sharing for all that you do. Your work matters, and our community is stronger because of it.

#CASOxfordCounty #OxfordCounty #CommunityPartners #CommunitySupport #OperationSharing #StrongerTogether #BuildingCommunity

Have you ever had a concern about the safety of a child or youth, and been unsure of what you should do? You are not alone! Here is your chance to learn about your Duty to Report, and empower yourself to support the safety of children, youth and families in our communities.
Our next DUTY TO …REPORT free information session:
June 23rd, 2026 from 9:30-10:30am via ZOOM

This 1 hour workshop is for you if any of the following apply:
👉 you work with children and youth
👉 you want to understand your legislative duty under the Child, Youth, and Family Services Act
👉 you want to know what happens when you make a referral to Child Welfare
👉 you would like to know how Children's Aid works with families in the community
For Registration, contact: Raeann at rmoss@casoxford.on.ca

National Indigenous Peoples Day takes place on the summer solstice, which is the longest day of the year. For generations, many First Nations, Inuit and Métis communities have celebrated their cultures, languages, and traditions at this time of year. The summer solstice holds deep spiritual and …cultural significance for many Indigenous Peoples, marking a time of renewal, connection, and celebration.
In our commitment to Truth and Reconciliation, we have the responsibility to listen, learn, and do better. We are fortunate to have the opportunity to build relationships within our community to be able to move forward in meaningful ways towards healing. This is ongoing work, and to learn more please visit our website:
https://www.casoxford.on.ca/reconciliation/
This year is the 30th anniversary of National Indigenous Peoples Day. It's a time to recognize and celebrate the traditions, cultures and contributions of First Nations, Inuit and Métis, and to renew our commitment to meaningful action.