Community services worker/SP4 Social service worker
Manitoba Government, department of Families based in Gimli, MB is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Community services worker. Manitoba Government, department of Families is a provincial government branch focused on supporting the well-being of individuals and families. It offers services like child protection, income assistance, disability support, and affordable housing. Its goal is to build inclusive, safe, and supportive communities throughout Manitoba. The candidates selected for the vacancy will be required to start the work as soon as possible.
Job Description:
Employer Name: Manitoba Government
Department: Department of Families
Organization: Regional Social Services Northern Region
Service: Community Service Delivery
Position: Community services worker/SP4 Social service worker
No of Vacancies: 3
Salary: $64210.00 – $91312.00 yearly
Employment Type: Regular/Full time
Location: Gimli, MB, CA
Advertisement Number: 44036
Requirements:
Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education: Candidates should have completion of post-secondary education in the social services
Experience: Candidates should have experience conducting risk assessments with participants and their family members
Physical Requirements:
- The candidates should be legally entitled to work in Canada, provide and maintain a satisfactory Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search
- The candidates should have a valid Full Class 5 Manitoba driver’s licence, access to a vehicle, and the ability to travel within the Province of Manitoba for government business
- The candidates should be able to provide and maintain a satisfactory Child Abuse Registry Check, provide and maintain a satisfactory Adult Abuse Registry Check, work on a regular rotation, including evenings, weekends, and statutory holidays
- The candidates should have excellent time-management and organizational skills, including the ability to manage high-volume caseloads and competing demands within a complex and fast-paced work environment
- The candidates should be able to work independently and exercise initiative within a multi-disciplinary team
Other Requirements:
- The candidates should have case management experience in an integrated services environment that includes brief counselling, conducting assessments, service planning and coordination, resource development, and follow-up
- The candidates should have experience working with children with disabilities or vulnerable adults and their families, providing supports based on the individual needs of the participants
- The candidates should have experience with crisis intervention and protection services, effective verbal communication skills, strong written communication skills
- The candidates should have strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to interact sensitively, respectfully, and in a non-judgmental manner to resolve conflict effectively with diverse stakeholders
- The candidates should be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and Outlook) or similar software applications
Responsibilities:
- The candidate should be able to lead and actively participate in Service Coordination teams, engaging a variety of government and community agencies across sectors such as health, education, child welfare, and justice
- The candidate should be able to act as a liaison between individuals, families, advocates, and external agencies to ensure coordinated and person-centered support services, deliver services using a family-centered and person-centered approach, applying discipline-based strategies and interventions tailored to client
- The candidate should be able to assess, plan, implement, and monitor individualized service plans for children, families, and vulnerable individuals
- The candidate should be able to manage crisis situations, provide support services, and coordinate substitute decision-making processes as per applicable legislation Adults Living with an Intellectual Disability Act)
- The candidate should be able to advocate on behalf of clients, coordinate transitions to childcare, schools, residential or day programs, and counsel individuals facing complex social challenges
- The candidate should be able to build networks of support that help clients manage and overcome issues such as trauma, disability, abuse, addiction, mental health challenges, homelessness, and family breakdown
- The candidate should be able to collaborate with professionals, represent CLdS/CdS to stakeholders and community members, and promote the independence and potential of every client served
How to apply:
If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your resume and advertisement number) through the below-mentioned details.
By email
[email protected]
We thank all the applicants for showing their interest and trust in us, however, only the most eligible candidates will be selected and conducted for further procedure directly from employers, in between no charges/fees or original documents will be asked from any applicant. All the best!