Child & Family Services Worker

Professional Employment Opportunity

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|   |  | AWASIS AGENCY OF NORTHERN MANITOBA Unit:  Winnipeg Service Delivery Office (WSDO) Location:  315 McGee Street Winnipeg, MB

Position:              Child & Family Services Worker

One (1) Full-Time Permanent Positions

Reporting to the Unit Supervisor, the Child & Family Services Worker is responsible to implement the policies, procedures and specific directions/directives of Awasis Agency of Northern Manitoba when working with families and children in the field of child protection. The duties include conducting Intakes and Assessments, responding to community service requests and carrying a case load of protection and voluntary family files. 

Conducting interviews and assessments, compiling case particulars for Court, investigating/follow up on allegations of child protection issues, maintaining regular visits, ensuring accurate and timely documentation, developing long/short term case plans, developing/facilitating workshops, community education and networking with collateral resources/services.

Qualifications :

·        Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) Degree with experience in child welfare preferred or an equivalent combination of experience and training may be considered.

·        Strong commitment to community-based service delivery.

·        Working knowledge of CFS legislation, standards, and issues.

·        Knowledge of Child & Family Services Information System (CFSIS).

·        Assessment, interviewing, and counselling skills.

·        Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills.

·        Proven ability to prioritize workloads and meet deadlines.

·        Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

·        Self-motivated with the ability to work independently, as well as part of a child protection unit team.

·        Sensitivity to, and an understanding of First Nations culture and values.

·        Ability to speak and/or understand the Cree or Dene language an asset.

Working Conditions:

·        Fast-paced environment.

·        Access to sensitive information for which confidentiality must be maintained.

·        Occasional overnight and remote travel.

·        Maintain a satisfactory Prior Contact check, Child Abuse Registry Check, Criminal Record check and Driver’s Abstract prior to starting the position and throughout employment as required. 

·        Maintain a valid driver’s license and have access to a vehicle.

Salary/Benefits:    Awasis Agency endeavors to be an employer of choice, and offers a competitive salary, generous paid time off, and an excellent employee benefit package.  Salary will commensurate with education and experience.

Closing Date:  Friday, June 7, 2024

Awasis Agency provides service to Indigenous children and families, therefore preference will be given to Indigenous applicants. Applicants are encouraged to self-declare. Individuals interested in this opportunity please reference Competition Number 2024-054 on your resume/cover letter and include it in the subject line of your email , in confidence to:

Human Resources Department 

Awasis Agency of Northern Manitoba

Competition #2024-054

315 McGee Street

Winnipeg, MB   R3G 1M7

Fax:

Email:  [email protected]

We thank all applicants who apply, however, only those selected to interview will be contacted.

Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process.