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 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 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.
Special friends are matched with a child or youth to provide encouragement, support, friendship, and guidance.
Tutors are matched with a child or youth to support their academic abilities and assist in areas where help is needed in either group or one to one support.
After school program volunteers work together with children and youth to provide additional support with homework and social skills.
Childminding volunteers help ensure that caregivers are able to attend to programs offered by the Children’s Aid Society of Oxford County.
Group program support volunteers assist with preparation and facilitation of groups offered within the community.
Special Events volunteers assist with planning and running special events and projects.
For more information regarding the Board of Directors please email info@casoxford.on.ca
Let’s Get Social
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Each year, The Children’s Aid Society of Oxford County presents the "Jack Ross Memorial Award" to an outstanding individual in our community. This award was established by the Board of Directors in 1985, in recognition of the commitment and contribution made to our community by the …late Constable Jack Ross. The award recognizes the efforts of individuals who have made an outstanding contribution to children and families in Oxford County.
If you know of someone who you would like to nominate, we would love to have you put their name forward for consideration.
Criteria for this award are as follows:
• Must be an adult citizen of Oxford County;
• Must have made an outstanding contribution to children and families in Oxford County.
Nominations are to be submitted along with a summary of the nominee’s efforts and accomplishments by May 5th, 2024 to the attention of Pepper at pshaxon@casoxford.on.ca
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April 14-20th is National Volunteer Week, and this year’s theme is Every Moment Matters. It highlights the importance of the contributions of volunteers at a moment when we need support more than ever. The sharing of time, skills, empathy, and creativity is vital to the inclusivity, strength, …and well-being of our communities.
Volunteers are critical to the work of children's aid societies. During #NationalVolunteerWeek we want to recognize our wonderful volunteers, their invaluable contributions, and say thank you!
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Come join our team!
We are recruiting for a Finance Manager.
Please find full details for the position here:
https://www.casoxford.on.ca/careers/
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On April 2nd, we honour World Autism Awareness Day, a time to recognize the unique experiences and contributions of individuals on the autism spectrum.
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DUTY TO REPORT (Free Information Sessions)
April 15th, May 27th, & June 17th
9-10am 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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On International #TransDayOfVisibility we reaffirm our commitment to child welfare services that are effective, affirming, and equitable for trans children, youth, and families.
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Come join our team!
We are recruiting for a Service Manager.
Please find full details for the position here:
https://www.casoxford.on.ca/careers/
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Today is the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination.
Racism, intolerance, and prejudice are forms of emotional abuse. Children, youth, and families have rights to feel safe in all the spaces they occupy, including the child welfare system.
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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 province. Thank you!
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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.
During Social Work Week we take some time to reflect on the value of our Child Protection Workers and thank them for …their ongoing commitment to the safety and wellbeing of the community.
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Upcoming ASIST two-day workshop in suicide intervention skills!!!
This workshop is for you if:
➡️you work with or support children and youth
➡️you want to learn and practice a life-saving intervention model
Date: Thurs Mar 14th & Fri Mar 15th
Time: 8:30am-4:30pm
… Location: CAS Oxford (217 Peel St, Woodstock)
Multi-purpose room (lower level)
Cost: FREE (Registration required)
Hosted by CAS Oxford & Woodstock Hospital
Contact Raeann Moss @ rmoss@casoxford.on.ca for registration and questions
ASIST works. It is widely used by professionals and the general public.
Learn more and see the evidence at https://livingworks.net/training/livingworks-asist/
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Children and youth deserve to feel safe and secure in all spaces and from all forms of discrimination, including from their peers. On #PinkShirtDay, we wear pink as a reminder to be kind and accepting. Bullying is not acceptable.
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Reading is a passport to countless adventures!
Thank you so much to Journey Well Health & Wellness and your community book-collecting partners (Whisk and Roll Bakery, The Happy Hippo Co, Real Treats Popcorn and Sweets, & Potter and Mill) for hosting your Great Book Roundup for …Literacy Day!
We appreciate the donation and know the books will be well loved by so many children and families across our community!
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We have a collective responsibility to keep young people safe, including from human trafficking. Know the signs: https://www.ontario.ca/page/about-human-trafficking #EndHumanTrafficking
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DUTY TO REPORT (Free Information Sessions)
March 18th, April 15th, May 27th, & June 17th
9-10am 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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Family isn’t always biological. Family can be your extended family, friends, or community. For young people, having supportive networks is critical to their success and well-being.
Wishing everyone a wonderful Family Day, with the people who you connect with as family.
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Upcoming ASIST two-day workshop in suicide intervention skills!!!
This workshop is for you if:
➡️you work with or support children and youth
➡️you want to learn and practice a life-saving intervention model
Date: Mon Feb 26th & Tues Feb 27th
Time: …8:30am-4:30pm
Location: CAS Oxford (217 Peel St, Woodstock)
Multi-purpose room (lower level)
Cost: FREE (Registration required)
Hosted by CAS Oxford & Woodstock Hospital
Contact Raeann Moss @ rmoss@casoxford.on.ca for registration and questions
ASIST works. It is widely used by professionals and the general public.
Learn more and see the evidence at https://livingworks.net/training/livingworks-asist/
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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. #BlackHistoryMonth
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Come join our team!
We are recruiting for several positions:
Service Manager, Child Protection Worker, and Child & Family Support Worker – Casual.
Please find full details for each position here:
https://www.casoxford.on.ca/careers/
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The Children’s Aid Society of Oxford County invites you to be part of our community focused, child and youth centred, Board of Directors! For full information on how to apply, please follow the link below to the Board of Directors tab.
https://www.casoxford.on.ca/volunteer/