Child and Family Service Worker - Jobs in Garland

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Child and Family Service WorkerSP3-4 Social Services WorkerRegular/full-time; Term/full-timeDepartment of FamiliesRural Northern Child and Family Services, Community Service DivisionChurchill MB, Flin Flon MB, The Pas MB, Thompson MB, Beausejour MB, Dauphin MB, Gimli MB, Pine Falls MB, Selkirk MB, St. Pierre-Jolys MB, Ste. Anne MB, Steinbach MB, Stonewall MB, Swan River MBAdvertisement Number: 40836Salary(s): SP3-4 $53,713.00 - $82,121.00 per yearClosing Date: March 31, 2024The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to Indigenous people, visible minorities and persons with disabilities.Candidates who do not meet all essential criteria may be considered on an underfill basis at a commensurate rate of pay.An eligibility list may be created to fill similar regular, term, part-time, casual and full time positions in rural Manitoba and may remain effective for 12 months.All applications are reviewed once a month. Please submit only one application per six month-long posting period.When applying, please include the office location(s) you are interested in.The Child and Family Services Worker is responsible for the full range of statutory child welfare services to families and children within the designated geographical area. This dynamic position requires effective case management skills as well as establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with individuals, families, services providers and agencies.Candidates who are currently enrolled in post-secondary education in Social Services, who will be graduating in the next six (6) months are encouraged to apply.To be considered for this competition, you MUST submit a cover letter and a resume. Note: Only those who submit a cover letter and a resume will be considered.Conditions of Employment:

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
• Must provide a current satisfactory Criminal Record Check with a Vulnerable Sector Search
• Must provide a current and satisfactory Child Abuse Registry Check
• Must provide a current and satisfactory Adult Abuse Registry Check
• Must have and maintain a valid full stage class 5 driver #39;s license and access to a vehicle with the ability to travel on government business within the Province of Manitoba.
• Must be available to work evenings, weekends, statutory holidays and the after hours stand-by rotation when required.

Qualifications:Essential:

• Post secondary degree in social sciences, preferably a Bachelor of Social Work. Other combinations of education, experience and applicants that are working toward completing post secondary education related to social services will be considered on an underfill basis.
• Case management experience
• Ability to work from a strength based social work practice
• Ability to identify signs of child abuse and neglect
• Effective interpersonal skills to develop positive working relationships with clients, colleagues and stakeholders
• Strong time management and organizational skills with the ability to prioritize complex tasks/assignments in a high volume work environment with competing demands
• Effective written communication skills to write clear and concise correspondence to a variety of audiences including detailed reports
• Strong verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate or deliver difficult messages or information to clients
• Proficiency with MS Office applications (Word and Outlook)

Desired:

• Ability to conduct safety assessments
• Ability to conduct child abuse investigations

Duties:The successful candidate will perform a range of duties that include: intake, conducting abuse investigations, developing case plans to ensure child safety, coordinating support services, working with collateral community agencies, assisting with after-hour services to children and families. You will play a key role in the management of protection, voluntary family service and child in care cases. Candidates who do not meet the full working level will be considered as an underfill.Apply to:Advertisement # 40836Talent AcquisitionHuman Resource Services