Child and Caregiver Support Worker

Saskatchewan Ltd.; Regina; Hybrid; CAD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Saskatchewan Ltd. in Regina is seeking a dedicated Child and Caregiver Support Worker to join our team. The role focuses on delivering protective, preventative and supportive services to children and families, using the P.R.I.D.E. model and Family Centered Case Management.

You will assess caregivers, develop intervention plans, coordinate with foster and biological families, and advocate for client access to services while honoring First Nations and Métis perspectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Social Work or Indigenous Social Work (or related Human Service degree) from an accredited university.
• All out-of-country education must be assessed for Canadian equivalency.
• Legal eligibility to operate a vehicle and ability to lift/carry up to 20 kg.
• Willingness to travel and work flexible hours including evenings/weekends.

Responsibilities

• Assess and approve caregivers through interviews and references.
• Counsel caregivers on placements and needs of children in care.
• Provide assessment, counselling and referrals to foster/adoptive families.
• Monitor services provided by other agencies.
• Establish long-term plans for caregivers.
• Document caregiver history and case management.
• Maintain contact with caregivers on home and children’s welfare.

Skills

Communication

Critical Thinking

Interpersonal Skills

Navigating Ambiguity

Self-management

Health & Safety

Data Literacy

Influence

Political Awareness

Leave & Vacation

Inclusive Work Environments

Career Growth

Education

Bachelor of Social Work or Indigenous Social Work

Human Service Degree

Social Work Certificate

Job description

• Hours of Work C- SGEU Regulated 37.33 – one day off every three weeks
• Workplace Diversity Preference will be given to qualified equity group members who self-declare in this online application, as identified in Diversity Groups below.
• Occupation Code HYC
• Grade SGEU.09.Market HYC
• Organization 036 Social Services
• Number of Openings 1

ABOUT THE JOB

The Opportunity:

We are looking for a dynamic individual who is devoted to helping others and improving the lives and well-being of children and families to join our team as Child and Caregiver Support Worker to a fill Permanent position in the Regina office and area.

In this position, you will provide a range of services designed to provide protective, preventative, and support services to children and their families using the P.R.I.D.E. model and the Family Centered Case Management Model of practice.

You will also:

• Develop and maintain open, honest working relationships and encourage teamwork with clients, foster families, biological families, collateral agencies, and colleagues within the unit and community.
• Identify, and prioritize referrals for service, develop appropriate intervention plans, consult with professionals as needed, and complete documentation in accordance with professional practice standards.
• Apply knowledge of multicultural beliefs and values, with particular emphasis on First Nations and Métis perspectives.
• Apply understanding of poverty, systemic barriers, and socio‑economic issues and their impact on individuals and families.
• Advocate on behalf of clients to ensure access to services and resources, remove barriers to independence, and promote overall well‑being.

While the representation of Indigenous staff within the Child and Family Program Division has been prioritized, all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. Only those selected for further assessment will be contacted.

This competition will be used to create an eligibility list that will be valid for up to 6 months and will be used to staff current and future opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Assesses and determines suitability and approval of caregivers through interviews of applicants, their children, reference checks and applicable screening criteria.
• Counsels approved caregivers regarding suitability of placements and specific needs of children in care.
• Provides assessment, counselling and appropriate referral services to foster/adoptive parents, and extended family.
• Monitors services being provided by support, community and/or other monitoring agencies.
• Establishes long term plans and goals for caregivers who are caring for wards of the Minister.
• Composes extensive written documentation for purposes of recording caregiver history, case management, and ensuring caregivers meet and maintain caregiver standards.
• Maintains contact with caregivers regarding all matters relating to their home and children in care; including safety and emotional needs, ensuring financial maintenance, resolving problems by mediating, teaching problem resolution skills, and enhancing parenting techniques.

Qualifications

Job Capabilities:

As a public servant, we are seeking someone who:

• Is accountable, takes ownership of their work by contributing to organizational outcomes and demonstrates the corporate values in our Commitment to Excellence.
• Is innovative and seeks out ways for improvement by thinking creatively, identifying new ideas and taking responsible risks.
• Works collaboratively with others to understand, engage and have meaningful dialogue to achieve work outcomes.
• Is inclusive, identifies and is aware of personal bias, and readily seeks out and appreciates diverse perspectives.
• Is adaptable, continuously learns from experience and applies those learnings to new situations.
• Focuses on achieving public service excellence.

Technical Knowledge and Skills:

To qualify for this position, you will possess a Bachelor of Social Work or Bachelor of Indigenous Social Work degree from an accredited university, as approved by the SASW/CASW or CASWE; OR a Human Service Degree plus relevant related experience; OR a Social Work Certificate plus relevant related experience. All out-of-country education must be assessed as accredited for Canadian equivalency.

Human Service Degrees include a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology and/or Psychology, Education, Human Justice, or Indigenous Studies or a Bachelor of Science in Nursing/Psychiatric Nursing plus relevant related work experience.

Successful candidates must be legally eligible to operate a vehicle in Saskatchewan and you must be able to lift and carry up to 20 kg. You will be required to travel, work flexible hours that may include evenings or weekends, and transport children (or parents).

While the representation of Indigenous staff within the Ministry of Social Services has been prioritized, all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

Candidates must clearly indicate in their cover letter or resume where they have acquired their knowledge and skills. The selection of candidates will be assessed based on this information and only those requested to interview will be contacted.

Job Skills:

• Communication (Level C)
• Critical Thinking (Level C)
• Interacting with Others (Level C)
• Navigating Ambiguity (Level B)
• Managing Self (Level C)
• Health, Safety and Wellness (Level A)
• Data Literacy (Level C)
• Influence (Level C)
• Political and Organizational Awareness (Level B)
• Vacation, scheduled days off, and other types of leave
• Inclusive work environments
• Career growth, development, and advancement opportunities

Our Commitment to Excellence:

The Government of Saskatchewan upholds deep-rooted values of Respect and Integrity, Serving Citizens, Excellence and Innovation, and Acting as One Team.