National Standards - Contractor

Sandy Bay Child & Family Services; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Sandy Bay Child & Family Services is seeking a National Standards Contractor to assess families, develop case plans, and collaborate with frontline workers to meet established goals.

The role involves budgeting assistance, parenting education, and referrals to community programs, with emphasis on household routines, preventive health education, and supports to improve school attendance.

Qualifications

• Two+ years in child and family services or related field.
• Knowledge of Acts and Legislation governing child welfare.
• Ability to travel and provide current driver's abstract.

Responsibilities

• Assess families and develop case plans with frontline workers to implement goals.
• Provide budgeting assistance and referrals to community programs.
• Offer parenting education and program referrals.
• Guide on household structure, routines and preventive health education.
• Coordinate transportation for essential tasks and track service delivery.
• Support strategies to improve school attendance and family stability.
• Build relationships to foster trust with families and colleagues.
• Review case plans and report progress and challenges regularly.

Skills

Child welfare experience

Community collaboration

Driver's license

Education

CFS Diploma

Job description

Position Summary

The National Standards Contractor will assess families, develop case plans, and collaborate with front line workers to develop and implement goals.

Some Duties Include

• Budgeting assistance and referrals to community programs;
• Parenting education and program referrals;
• Guidance on household structure and routines;
• Preventive health education and community connections;
• Transportation for essential tasks such as grocery shopping;
• Strategies to improve school attendance;
• Relationship building to build trust;
• Case Plan Reviews: Regular assessment of family progress against established goals;
• Service Tracking: Monitor frequency and type of in-home interventions delivered by case aides;
• Outcome Metrics: Track changes in child apprehension rates, school attendance, and household stability;
• Feedback Mechanisms: Collect input from families and case aides to measure satisfaction and identify areas for improvement;
• Quarterly Reports: Summarize progress, challenges, and recommendations for continued improvement.

Qualifications

• S.W., B.A., or Child and Family Services Diploma and/or equivalent education in a related field of study;
• Minimum of two years' experience in child and family services and/or a related field of service;
• Knowledge of Acts and Legislation, that governs child welfare for Sandy Bay Child and Family Services Inc.;
• Valid Manitoba Driver's Licence with access to a vehicle; willing to travel as needed;
• Ability to provide a current Driver's Abstract;
• Successful completion of Criminal Record Check, Vulnerable Sector Search and Child Abuse Registry Check;
• Ability to speak and/or understand the Ojibway language is considered an asset;
• Knowledge and respect for Sandy Bay Ojibway First Nation's culture, traditions, and philosophy.

We thank all who have applied, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Preference will be given to Canadian Citizens, First Nations, Métis, or Inuit candidates meeting the position requirements. All indigenous applicants are asked to self-declare within their cover letter.