Child & Family Services Worker

[email protected]; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A community support agency in Winnipeg is seeking two Child & Family Services Workers. The role involves managing children in care cases, providing basic counseling, and advocating for families. Requirements include a minimum of 1 year experience in Child Welfare, strong assessment and communication skills, and a valid driver's license. Candidates should embody First Nation values and may be required to pass criminal record checks. A commitment to teamwork and continuous training is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year work experience in Child Welfare or social services.
• Knowledge of Child & Family Services Act.
• Ability to speak Cree is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Manage caseloads assigned by supervisor.
• Ongoing assessment and evaluation of families.
• Advocate for families and children.

Skills

Assessment skills

Children’s behavior management

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Self-motivated

Job description

Nikan Awasisak Agency Inc. is seeking (2) two Child & Family Services Worker in our Winnipeg Sub-Office. A satisfactory Criminal Record Check and Child Abuse Registry Check are conditions of employment.

Under the direction and supervision of the CFS Supervisor, the Child & Family worker manages a case load of children in care and/or Family Services files including protection and voluntary service cases under Nikan Awasisak Agency Inc. The worker is responsible for case planning, monitoring, referrals, and ongoing assessment and evaluation. The worker will offer assistance to children and families through basic counseling, advocacy, support and work to empower families to adequately provide for the physical and emotional well-being of their family members.

Qualifications:

• A minimum of 1 year work experience related to Child Welfare or other social services field;
• Excellent assessment skills, children’s behavior management skills and sound knowledge of separation and attachment issues;
• Excellent communication, grammar, and organizational, problem solving, computer, evaluation skills and time management skills;
• Working knowledge of the Child & Family Services Act and Regulations will be an asset;
• Ability to take direction;
• Willing to train;
• Ability to work as a team member and work ethics;
• Self-motivated;
• Knowledge and understanding of First Nation traditional values and beliefs pertaining to families and children;
• Ability to speak Cree is considered an asset;
• Knowledge of resources and collateral services;
• Must have valid driver’s license;
• Must pass a Child Abuse Registry and Criminal Records Check;

Responsibilities:

• Management of caseloads assigned by supervisor;
• On-going assessment and evaluation of families serviced;
• Empowers children and families to develop to their fullest potential;
• Court preparation;
• Functions as an effective team member;
• Advocate for families and children;
• Referrals to other resources as needed;
• Network with external/internal collaterals
• Other duties as may be assigned

Your cover letter and résumé must clearly indicate how you meet the qualifications.

Please submit three references at the time of application.

Salary: Based on qualifications

Apply to: Or for more information contact:

Advertisement # NAA362 Susan Thomas, Winnipeg Supervisor

Attention: Hiring Committee Cell: 204-330-4928

“We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.”

Employment Equity is a factor in selection. Applicants are requested to indicate in their covering letter or resume if they are from any of the following groups: women, Aboriginal people, visible minorities and persons with disabilities.

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