Resource Development Worker

***** INTERNAL ONLY *****

Métis Child, Family & Community Services (MCFCS) Agency is a mandated child and family services agency with the responsibility to administer and manage culturally appropriate community-based child protection and support services for Métis and Inuit people in Manitoba.  We have launched and expanded on some very important initiatives that have benefited those who need assistance to be able to move forward in their lives in a better, healthier way. Come join our progressive agency to work alongside families. 

RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT WORKER

FULL TIME POSITION

Competition #:                      MCFCS-RDW-2026.005

Hours of Work:                      7.25 hours per day

Classification and Salary:    SP3, $31.83-$42.02 / SP4, $35.11-$49.89 per hour

Location:                                Winnipeg, MB

The Resource Development Worker is responsible to develop, support and supervise foster care resources for families and children. The incumbent will provide a range of services that deliver unique alternative care options, individual and group programming and other support as required to children and families, participate in permanency planning for children; and participate in ongoing evaluation of program model and service delivery model. It is the responsibility of every position to provide, where requested culturally relevant service or assist with access to such service.

Main areas of Key Responsibilities and Activities

• Conduct investigations and assessments of children at risk


• Develop collaborative relationships with caregivers for the delivery of services for the child in care


• Prepare for and participate in legal and court actions


• Complete all administrative and reporting requirements

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in social work or a BA with three years related social services experience.


• Registration with the Manitoba College of Social Workers is preferred


• Master of Social Work would be considered an asset


• Direct child welfare or front-line experience would be preferred.


• Experience with behavioral plans

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated understanding of Metis and Inuit culture and communities.


• Excellent assessment, interviewing and counseling skills.


• Understanding of child welfare act, standards and regulations.


• Advanced communication skills, both written and oral.


• Demonstrated ability to interact with people in a sensitive, tactful, diplomatic and professional manner at all time and to work cooperatively within a team environment.


• Ability to work effectively in a high volume and time sensitive environment.


• Demonstrated knowledge of CFSIS, Microsoft Office, and Outlook.


• Ability to work in an ethical manner and ensure integrity while maintaining confidentiality.

 Prior to commencing employment, the successful applicant will be asked to provide satisfactory results of a Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search, a Child Abuse Registry Check, Prior Contact Check and a Driver’s Abstract upon hire at their own expense.  A valid Manitoba driver’s license and the use of a personal vehicle are requisites as travel within and outside the city are required.

MCFCS offers a supportive and progressive work environment, competitive salaries, excellent benefits package employer pension contributions, a wellness health spending account and training opportunities.

We thank all who apply; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Preference will be given to qualified Indigenous applicants. All are encouraged to self-declare in cover letter.

Applications will be accepted until 4:00 pm on Thursday May 28, 2026