Family Support Coordinator

Government of Manitoba; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 66,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

The Government of Manitoba is seeking a qualified candidate for the Bilingual Family Support Services Coordinator in Winnipeg, within the Department of Families. This SP4 role focuses on intake, referrals and coordinating services for children with disabilities and their families across Manitoba.

Applicants must have a BSW or related degree, strong bilingual communication skills in French and English, and experience with case management and MS Office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work (BSW) or related discipline.
• Experience providing case management services to vulnerable individuals and/or children with disabilities or special needs.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain relationships within diverse stakeholders.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Fluency in French written communication.
• Fluency in English written communication.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary intake and referral specialist for Children’s disAbility Services in Manitoba.
• Facilitate connections to supports and services for newly referred children and their families.
• Ensure timely, effective, and coordinated service delivery.

Skills

Case management

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

French written communication

English written communication

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Bilingual Family Support Services Coordinator

SP4 Social Service Worker 4

Term/full-time

Department of Families

Regional Social Services, Children's Special Services

Advertisement Number: 45549

Salary(s): SP4 $66,139.00 - $94,055.00 per year

Closing Date: September 7, 2026

The 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).

This is a preference competition. All applicants are encouraged to apply, however first consideration for this competition will be given to Indigenous people and persons with disabilities. Applicants are requested to self-declare at the time of application.

An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 12 months.

Candidates who do not meet all essential criteria may be considered on an underfill basis at a commensurate rate of pay.

Introduction

The Department of Families is seeking a qualified candidates to fill a Bilingual Family Support Service Coordinator position in Winnipeg.

To be considered for this competition, you must submit a resume and cover letter.

Duties

Reporting to the Winnipeg Manager of Children’s disAbility Services, the Bilingual Family Support Service Coordinator serves as the primary intake and referral specialist for Children’s disAbility Services in Manitoba. This position plays a critical role in maintaining access to services across the province by facilitating connections to supports and services for newly referred children and their families each year, ensuring timely, effective, and coordinated service delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work (BSW) or a related discipline. An equivalent combination of education and related experience may be considered.
• Experience providing case management services to vulnerable individuals and/or children with disabilities or special needs.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain strong relationships within a range of diverse stakeholders.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong French written communication skills.
• Strong English written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams, and PowerPoint).

Conditions of Employment

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
• Must possess and maintain a valid 5 Manitoba Driver's Licence and have access to a personal vehicle
• Must provide and maintain a satisfactory Criminal Record Check with vulnerable sector search
• Must provide and maintain a satisfactory Child Abuse Registry Check
• Must provide and maintain a satisfactory Adult Abuse Registry Check
• Must be fluently bilingual (French and English)

Why Work For Manitoba Government?

The Manitoba government values its employees, recognizing the important role that each person plays in delivering exceptional services, programs and support to the province. Your important contributions are recognized with a comprehensive package of benefits, including an attractive salary, pension plan, health and wellness benefits, and other supports to encourage work-life balance.

• Defined pension plan
• Life insurance coverage
• Long-Term Disability Plan
• Employer paid health care benefits including health, dental and vision
• Extended health care for services such as physiotherapy, chiropractor, massages, acupuncture and more
• Annual health spending account for eligible employees

Commitment to Health and Wellness

• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Paid time-off including sick leave, wellness days and family related leave days
• Flexible work arrangements for eligible positions
• Generous vacation entitlements, increasing with years of service
• Parental, maternity, and adoptive leave options

Professional Growth & Development

We want our employees to thrive and grow, and are committing to investing in their development. We offer multiple avenues of support such as inhouse training, educational assistance and leadership development programs to help achieve these goals.

Organizational Culture and Values

The Manitoba government is committed to a work environment and culture that values and recognizes every employee. When we look at Manitoba’s Public Service, we see a reflection of Manitoba’s diversity. We come from differing educational, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds and work in a wide array of jobs across the province, we are all public servants.

Impact on Manitoba’s Future

By working for Manitoba’s Public Service, you have the unique opportunity to use your time to serve the land, communities, and the people of Manitoba. You can leave a lasting mark that will impact both current and future generations.

Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process.

Please be advised that job competitions for represented positions may be grieved by internal represented applicants. Should a selection grievance be filed, information from the competition file will be provided to the grievor's representative. Personal information irrelevant to the grievance and other information protected under legislation will be redacted.

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