Casual Child Maintenance Support Worker

Sagkeeng Child & Family Services, Inc; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A community support organization in Winnipeg is seeking a Support Worker to help children and families achieve resilience and healing. The role involves assisting youth in daily living skills, collaborating with community resources, and providing in-home support services. Candidates must have a high school diploma and a valid Class 5F Driver's license. This position offers an opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of families while fostering a safe environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum completion of high school; combination of education and related experience may be considered.
• Valid Class 5F Driver’s license.
• Full access to a safe and insured vehicle; minimum of $2,000,000 liability.

Responsibilities

• Support youth in developing daily living skills.
• Conduct assessments for personalized support plans.
• Provide in-home support services including daily living activities.

Skills

Excellent oral communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to write short or detailed contact notes

Valid First Aid and CPR Certification

Education

High school completion

Job description

Are you looking for an opportunity to help children and families in either a small or huge way? Are you looking to gain experience to further enhance your social services experience? Whether it is reuniting families or attending cultural activities with families, Sagkeeng Child & Family Services may have that opportunity for you!

Reporting to the Support Work Program Lead, the Support Worker fosters a safe and supportive environment, with a focus on daily living skills, emotional and psychological needs. The Support Worker plays a crucial role in supporting families on their journey toward resilience and healing.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support youth in the development of their daily living skills, based on their needs and goals.
• Collaborate with community resources focused on wellness services and support, which may include cultural teachings, mental health and addictions supports, and other services.
• Conduct assessments to identify the specific needs and goals of individuals and families and develop personalized support plans accordingly.
• Implement strategies and interventions to promote positive family dynamics and enhance communication and conflict resolution skills.
• Monitor progress and outcomes of support plans, adjusting strategies as necessary to ensure continued effectiveness.
• Provide in‑home support services, including assistance with daily living activities, household management, and transportation.
• Foster a safe and supportive environment that empowers families to explore and respond to their emotional and psychological needs.
• Complete and submit required service documentation, including daily logs and incident reports.
• Utilize a relationship‑based approach to deescalate and respond to emergencies as they arise.
• Maintain timely and effective communication with the holistic circle of care to support the care of youth.
• Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• Minimum completion of high school; or a combination of education and related experience may be considered.

REQUIREMENTS

• Valid Class 5F Driver’s license.
• Full access to a safe and insured vehicle; with a minimum of $2,000,000 liability.
• Satisfactory Criminal Record, Child Abuse Registry and Driver’s Abstract.
• Active cellular phone.

SPECIAL SKILLS

• Excellent oral communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to write short or detailed contact notes.
• Valid First Aid and CPR Certification preferred.

Sagkeeng Community members and Indigenous candidates are encouraged to self‑identify.

Qualified candidates will be required to undergo a criminal record check, child abuse registry check, and a prior contact check as a condition of employment. Sagkeeng Community members and Indigenous candidates will be given preference and are encouraged to self‑identify as being of Indigenous descent.