Social Services Program Manager

Government of Manitoba; The Pas; Presencial; CAD 76 000 - 106 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Defined pension plan

Life insurance coverage

Long-Term Disability Plan

Employer paid health care benefits

Extended health care

Annual health spending account

Flexible work arrangements

Generous vacation entitlements

Parental/ maternity/ adoptive leave

Resumo da oferta

The Government of Manitoba in The Pas, MB is seeking a qualified Social Services Program Manager to lead a range of management and supervisory activities, including policy interpretation, program recommendations, operational planning and financial administration.

Reporting to the Regional Director, you will provide direction for crisis management, intervention and service delivery across Community Living DisDisAbility Services, Employment and Income Assistance, and Children’s DisDisAbility

Qualificações

• Post-secondary degree in Social Sciences (BSW Preferred).
• Experience in human resource management and supervising a service delivery team.
• Leadership in social service delivery with administration of programs and evaluation.
• Case management experience in a social services setting.
• Experience interpreting, evaluating and implementing policies, processes and procedures.
• Strong interpersonal skills to work with diverse stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities; able to synthesize information and make recommendations.
• Strong political acumen handling confidential/materials in sensitive contexts.
• Excellent verbal communication for diverse audiences.
• Excellent written communication for reports and documents.
• Excellent organizational skills for competing deadlines.
• Knowledge of relevant Manitoba acts is a plus.
• Experience in financial management activities such as budgeting and expenditure control.

Responsabilidades

• Provide leadership and supervision in policy interpretation, case management, program recommendations, operational planning and financial administration.
• Offer knowledge and direction for crisis management, intervention and issue resolution in the provision of supports and services.
• Oversee areas of Community Living DisDisAbility Services, Employment and Income Assistance, and non-legislated programs like Children’s DisAbility Services.

Conhecimentos

Leadership

Policy interpretation

Crisis management

Case management

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Political acumen

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Financial management

Formação académica

Post-secondary degree in Social Sciences (BSW Preferred)

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Advertisement Number: 45760

Salary(s): SP5 $76,409.00 - $106,329.00 Plus Remoteness Allowance, if applicable.

Closing Date: November 4, 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. 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.

The Department of Families is looking for a qualified Social Services Program Manager in The Pas, MB.

Duties

Reporting to the Regional Director, the Social Services Program Manager is responsible for providing leadership and support in a range of management and supervisory activities associated with policy interpretation, case management, program recommendations, operational planning and financial management and administration. The program manager provides knowledge and direction for crisis management, intervention and issue resolution in the provision of supports and services.

Areas of supports and services include Community Living DisAbility Services, Employment and Income Assistance, and non-legislated programs: Children’s DisAbility Services.

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
• Benefit PlanEmployer 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 WellnessEmployee 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.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary degree in Social Sciences (BSW Preferred). A combination of education and experience maybe considered.
• Experience in human resource management and the ability to supervise a service delivery team, including attendance and performance management, orientating, training, coaching and developing staff.
• Leadership experience in a social service delivery environment which includes managing administration of programs, managing service delivery to clients, and planning and evaluation of services delivered to clients.
• Case management experience in a social services setting.
• Experience with the interpretation, evaluation and implementation of policies, processes and procedures.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to develop, foster and maintain respectful relationships with diverse external and internal stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills including the ability to synthesise information, make recommendations and decisions.
• Strong political acumen with the ability to manage confidential and politically sensitive material and situations in an appropriate manner.
• Excellent verbal communication skills with the ability to express ideas in a clear, concise and organized manner for a variety of audiences.
• Excellent written communication skills with the ability to create a variety of documents and reports for various audiences.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage, prioritize and meet competing deadlines.
• Desired:Knowledge of The Adults Living with an Intellectual Disability Act, The Social Services Administration Act, The Manitoba Assistance Act, The Personal Health Information Act (PHIA), The Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA).
• Experience in financial management activities, including planning, budgeting and/or expenditure control for operational programs.

Conditions of Employment

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
• Must be able to provide and maintain a satisfactory Criminal Records Check with Vulnerable Sector Search
• Must be able to provide and maintain a satisfactory Child Abuse Registry Check
• Must be able to provide and maintain a satisfactory Adult Abuse Registry Check
• Must have a valid Manitoba Class 5 Driver's Licence and access to a vehicle and the ability to travel throughout the Province of Manitoba
• Must be able to work evenings, weekends and statutory holidays as required

Apply to:

Advertisement # 45760

Talent Acquisition

Human Resource Services

600-259 Portage Avenue

Winnipeg, MB, R3B 2A9

Phone: [phone]

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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.