Family Service Worker – Winkler

Child & Family Services of Central Manitoba Inc. is seeking an enthusiastic and skilled person for the position of Family Service Worker. CFS-CM is a non-profit charitable organization with a history of applying innovative models in service delivery. We use a strength-based approach in supporting families. This position is located in Winkler.

Benefits

• Extended Health and Dental 100% employer paid
• 4 weeks vacation per year to start
• Gas reimbursement provided depending on distance of commute
• Government pension
• Paid sick leave and personal days

Primary Responsibilities

· To accept referrals from Intake on clients deemed appropriate under the Child and Family Services Act.

· Provide on-going assessment, case planning and case management services on assigned files.

· To make appropriate referrals to other community services for treatment or other services where required.

· To bring children into the care of the agency, where appropriate, and to act in the best interests of those children.

· To work collaboratively with foster parents, other workers and other service providers to ensure the best interest of client families.

· Be familiar with and to comply with all provincial legislation, regulations and standards and with Agency and Authority policies and procedures.

Qualifications and Requirements:

· Bachelor of Social Work or Masters of Social Work with a background in Child and Family Services required.

· A valid driver’s license is required. The successful candidate will be subject to Criminal Records, Child Abuse and Prior Contact Checks.

· Experience with computers, the ability to prioritize and organize tasks, interpersonal skills, and excellent verbal and written communication skills are required.

· Experience working both independently and as part of a team are required.

COVID-19 precaution(s):

• Personal protective equipment provided or required
• Social distancing guidelines in place
• Virtual meetings
• Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place

Work remotely

• No

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: $51,559.00-$77,727.37 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
All candidates contacted for an interview are required to wear a mask during the interview and properly social distance.

Application question(s):

• Do you live within the Winkler area?
• Do you have your Bachelor of Social Work?

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree (required)

Application deadline: 2021-05-03
Expected start date: 2022-10-31