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Child & Family Services Worker
Overview
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
Qualifications:
• Bachelor of Social Work 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
• Strong work ethic and reliable
• 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 would be an asset
Working Conditions:
• Fast-paced environment
• Confidentiality environment with access to sensitive information
• Overnight and remote travel approximately 30% of the time
• Maintain a satisfactory Prior Contact check, Child Abuse Registry Check, Criminal Record Check and Driver’s Abstract
• Maintain a valid driver’s license and have access to a vehicle
Salary: Awasis Agency offers a competitive salary and employee benefit package. Salary will commensurate with education and experience
Contact
Closing Date: Friday, August 19, 2022
Awasis Agency provides service to Indigenous children and families, therefore preference will be given to Indigenous applicants. Applicants are encouraged to self-identify. Individuals interested in this challenging opportunity please reference Competition Number 2022-069 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 #2022-069
315 McGee Street
Winnipeg, MB R3G 1M7
Fax: 204-790-4455
Email: hr@awasisagency.ca
We thank all applicants who apply, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process.
**Note: Awasis Agency Vaccination policy mandate: fully vaccinated plus booster