Child and Family Services Workers

[email protected]; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused agency in Winnipeg is seeking CFS Workers for full-time positions. Responsibilities include case management for children and families, ensuring compliance with the CFS Act. Candidates should have a B.S.W and at least 1-2 years of relevant experience, with additional knowledge of the CFS system. Excellent communication skills and a valid driver's license are essential. This role offers a competitive salary based on qualifications, along with benefits and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Matching pension plan

Positive work environment

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 - 2 years direct experience in Child and Family Services.
• Solid understanding of CFS Act and Provincial Case Management Standards.
• Possess valid MB driver's license and insured vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Manage cases of Children in Care and families per CFS Act standards.
• Deliver social services including assessments and child placement.

Skills

Communication Skills

Assessment Skills

Case Management

Child Protection

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

B.S.W

Tools

CFS Information System

Job description

Island Lake First Nations Family Services

is seeking applicants for

CFS WORKERS – Winnipeg Sub Office

2 FULL TIME POSITIONS

BACKGROUND:

Island Lake First Nation Family Services was originally established and operated under the auspices of the Awasis Agency of Northern Manitoba on April 30, 1983. On April 21, 1997, Island Lake First Nation Family Services was incorporated as its own agency.

Island Lake First Nations Family Services consists of four communities: Garden Hill First Nation, St. Theresa Point First Nation, Wasagamack First Nation, and Red Sucker Lake First Nation with the total population of well over 10,000 people.

SUMMARY:

The primary responsibility is to provide services to the families and children of the four Island Lake First Nations communities; as per Child and Family Services (CFS) Act, the Standards and Objectives set by Island Lake First Nations Family Services.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Case management of Children in Care and families by complying with CFS Act and program standards.
• Proven work experience with delivering social services including case management, assessment skills, child protection, child placement, special needs planning, court work and knowledge of family dynamics.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• B.S.W, with a minimum of 1 - 2 years direct experience in the field of Child and Family Services.
• Solid understanding of the CFS Act and Child and Family Services Authority Act, AJI-CWI, and Provincial Case Management Standards.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
• Possess a valid MB driver’s license and access to a reliable insured vehicle with $2,000,000 liability.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products, Excel, and Word.
• Knowledge of Child and Family Services Information System.
• The ability to speak Oji-Cree would be an asset.

SALARY:

Starting Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The range for the classification is $50,763 - $85,865 annually.

COMPETITION #: 00041 - 25

APPLICATION DEADLINE: January 2, 2025 @ 4:30 PM

Island Lake First Nations Family Services provides competitive compensation, excellent benefits including matching pension plan, and a positive work environment.

HOW TO APPLY:

Interested applicants are encouraged to forward their cover letter, resume, and include the competition #, along with three (3) professional references. One (1) reference must be from a direct supervisor with your most recent employer. All applicants must possess and submit with their application a current Criminal Record Check (with Vulnerable Sector), Child Abuse Registry Check, and will be screened and subject to a Prior Contact Check as a condition of employment.

Human Resources

Island Lake First Nations Family Services

Fax: [phone]

Preference will be given to qualified Indigenous candidates (First Nations, Métis, or Inuit) meeting the position requirements. All Indigenous applicants, please self-identify in your cover letter.

WE THANK ALL WHO APPLY AND ADVISE THAT ONLY THOSE SELECTED FOR FURTHER CONSIDERATION WILL BE CONTACTED.