Volunteer
Volunteers are valued members of our team! Each day, volunteers give their time to make a difference in the lives of children, youth, and their families.
Volunteers have an important role in the services The Children’s Aid Society of Oxford County provide. Volunteer contributions provide an important link between the agency and the community that we serve and promote inclusivity and community belonging.
Why Volunteer with The Children’s Aid Society of Oxford County?
Volunteers with us make a difference in the lives of children and youth by:
- Helping them to stay connected with their families and other important supports.
- Supporting learning and the development of academic and life skills.
- Providing safety and security when in our care.
- Building positive experiences and demonstrating the act of caring.
Steps to Becoming a Volunteer with The Children’s Aid Society of Oxford County
If you have questions or are interested in becoming a volunteer with us, please contact us at 519-539-6176 or 1-800-250-7010.
After speaking with our Volunteer Liaison, we will ask you to complete the following:
- Volunteer Application Package,
- Children Protection Information Network Record Check,
- Criminal & Vulnerable Sector’s Police Check,
- 3 non-familial Reference checks (at least 2 professional),
- Signed agreements of understanding pertaining to the volunteer role;
- Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act – online training.
Current Opportunities
Volunteer Drivers drive children and youth to and from school, appointments, or visits with their family. Volunteer drivers are reimbursed for kilometers driven.
Childminding volunteers help ensure that caregivers are able to attend to programs offered by the Children’s Aid Society of Oxford County.
Board of Directors Opportunity
For more information regarding the Board of Directors please email info@casoxford.on.ca
Let’s Get Social
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Today is Administrative and Support Staff Appreciation Day, and we have some wonderful folks at Children's Aid Society of Oxford County who are integral to the function of the agency! From providing administrative support to all of our teams, keeping our IT equipment running smoothly and …securely, keeping our finances in order, and keeping our building looking and functioning its best every day – we appreciate all that you do!
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DUTY TO REPORT (Free Information Sessions)
April 28th & May 26th
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
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Come join our team!
We are currently recruiting for several positions:
Administrative Unit Assistant – CIC, Resource, KIN,
Child Protection Worker,
Child and Family Support Worker – Casual,
& Service Manager.
Please find full details here:
…https://www.casoxford.on.ca/careers/
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Oxford EarlyON and Children's Aid Society of Oxford County are hosting a FREE car seat clinic!
When: May 1, 2025 from 9:00am – 12:00pm
& May 8, 2025 from 1:00pm – 4:00pm
Location: Woodstock Fire Department 1203 Parkinson Rd, Woodstock, ON N4S 8L2
Register today to… have a certified car seat technician ensure your car seat(s) are installed properly in your car.
What you need to know:
– Each inspection takes approx. 45 minutes to complete.
– Please bring car seat manual and vehicle manual.
**Pre-registration required!**
Please email Krista at kgilbert@oxfordcounty.ca to register today. Appointments times will be scheduled
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April 2nd, World Autism Awareness Day, promotes understanding and acceptance of autism. "Autistic individuals and their families deserve to feel seen, supported, and valued — not just on World Autism Day, but every day," says Margaret Spoelstra, CEO of Autism Ontario. We are called as… communities across Ontario to foster understanding, challenge barriers, and contribute to a future where inclusion isn’t an aspiration, but a reality.
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March 31st is International #TransDayOfVisibility.
This is a day for us to celebrate the resilience and accomplishments of the transgender community! Today we reaffirm our commitment to child welfare services that are effective, affirming, and equitable for trans children, youth, and …families.
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Today is the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination. This day serves to connect us worldwide in our commitment to work to eliminate all forms of racial discrimination, injustice, systemic racism and hate, in efforts to ensure ALL people are respected and have equal access …and opportunity to be safe and to succeed.
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DUTY TO REPORT (Free Information Sessions)
March 24th & April 28th
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
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March 8th is International Women's Day!
This year's theme is “For ALL Women and Girls: Rights. Equality. Empowerment.”.
International Women’s Day is a global movement recognizing the achievements, struggles, and resilience of women across all spheres of life. It is a …day to honour trailblazers who have broken barriers, empowered communities, and continue to shape the world with their courage and vision.
On International Women’s Day we want to recognize and celebrate all women, in all their diversity, who work every day to support and care for children, youth, and families across our community. Thank you!
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Come join our team!
We are currently recruiting for 2 positions:
Service Manager &
Child Protection Worker.
Please find full details here:
https://www.casoxford.on.ca/careers/
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March 3-9 2025 is Social Work Week in Ontario!
At Oxford County CAS we have a dedicated team of Child Protection Workers who, through their knowledge, training, and skillset, work to support the community in impactful ways. The Ontario Association of Social Workers 2025 campaign theme, …‘Wherever you are, so are we’, speaks to the availability and versatility of the social work profession, highlighting its critical role in addressing a growing and universal problem – access to care. In schools, community centres, doctor’s offices, hospitals, long-term care homes, libraries and more, social workers are here to support you and your loved ones through all of life’s challenges and complications. They are here for you in small towns, big cities and everywhere in between, ready and able to provide specialized expertise to help navigate whatever barriers you may be facing. This week is a time for all of us to celebrate the incredible contributions of this profession, and the many ways Ontario’s 25,000+ social workers are here for us all, where and when we need them most.
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The Ingersoll- Volunteer Recruitment Fair Oxford is just around the corner, and we are one of 20+ organizations attending! This is an excellent event where you can explore various opportunities to give back to our community in a meaningful way!
🗓️ Date: Saturday, March 1
⏰ …Time: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
📍 Location: Unifor Local 88, 364 Victoria St, Ingersoll
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DUTY TO REPORT (Free Information Sessions)
Feb 24th & March 24th
9:30-10:30am via ZOOM
This 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
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February is Black History Month, a time for us to learn and honour the legacy of Black people in Canada and their communities. This year's theme is "Black Legacy and Leadership: Celebrating Canadian History and Uplifting Future Generations".
How can we all get involved in …Black History Month?
👉Support Local Diverse Businesses
👉Attend or Volunteer at Local Black History Events
👉Engage in Conversations about Race and Equality
👉Donate or Support Local Causes and/or Organizations if you are able
👉Encourage Inclusivity and Equity
#BlackHistoryMonth
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Come join our team!
We are recruiting a Finance Manager.
Please find full details here:
https://www.casoxford.on.ca/careers/
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Come join our team!
We are recruiting a Child Protection Worker – Permanent Position.
Please find full details here:
https://www.casoxford.on.ca/careers/
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DUTY TO REPORT (Free Information Sessions)
Jan 20th & Feb 24th
9:30-10:30am via ZOOM
This workshop is for you if:
👉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
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We have many generous donors in Oxford County that do so much to support the work of the Children's Aid Society. Their impact is meaningful and worth sharing!
And on this quiet Christmas morning, with snow blanketing the ground, LAUGHTER, JOY and MEMORIES are being made, as the love and …support of our friends at Woodstock Chrysler has helped make things a little more magical for many children, youth and families that are needing it the most! Thanks to everyone who supported their FILL-A-RAM TOY DRIVE. Thanks Woodstock Chrysler!!!
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We have many generous donors in Oxford County that do so much to support the work of the Children's Aid Society. Their impact is meaningful and worth sharing!
Thank you to ZF AUTOMOTIVE here in WOODSTOCK for donating turkeys for us to provide to families in the community. Sharing a meal …with others is an important part of making memories during the holidays. Thanks for being a part of making bellies full and memories warm for children and families in Oxford County!
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Wishing everyone JOY, PEACE, and HAPPY HOLIDAYS from all of us here at Children's Aid Society of Oxford County!
Please note that our office will be closed from Dec 24-Jan 1st, and will reopen to the public on Thurs. January 2nd.
If you have a concern about a child at risk, …we are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
T 519.539.6176
TF 1.800.250.7010