Unit Supervisor - York Landing

Awasis Agency of Northern Manitoba; York Landing; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A Northern Manitoba agency seeks a Unit Supervisor to lead a team in York Landing. This permanent, full-time position requires a BSW Degree and 5+ years of experience in Child and Family Services. Responsibilities include staff management and community service development. Proficiency in Microsoft Office is essential, along with strong leadership and interpersonal skills. The role involves some travel and requires sensitivity to First Nations culture.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Child and Family Services.
• Demonstrated knowledge of CFS legislation.
• Experience with CFS Information System.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to a team of staff.
• Develop and strengthen community-based services.
• Ensure effective staff management.

Skills

Leadership abilities

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Time management

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Crisis intervention

Conflict resolution

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Education

BSW Degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Overview

COMPETITION # 2025-054
POSITION TYPE PERMANENT, FULL-TIME

Reporting to Director of Services (North) and in accordance with Awasis Agency policies, procedures and standards, the Unit Supervisor is responsible for providing leadership to a team of staff within the specific unit of York Landing in order to ensure strong staff and work teams, as well as to develop and strengthen community based services. This position requires competencies in the areas of positive role-model leadership abilities, and demonstrated effective interpersonal skills, communication skills, time management, results management, self-management, critical thinking and problem solving.

Qualifications

• BSW Degree
• 5+ years of experience in Child and Family Services with demonstrated positive role-model leadership ability, previous Supervisory experience is preferred
• Demonstrated knowledge of CFS legislation and issues
• Experience with Child & Family Services Information System (CFSIS)
• Good assessment, planning, interviewing, and counselling skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience in crisis intervention and conflict resolution
• Good organizational, time management and prioritizing skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
• Must be self-motivated with the ability to work independently as well as a team setting
• Sensitivity to and an understanding and acceptance of First Nations culture and values
• Ability to speak and/or understand the Cree and/or Dene language would be an asset

Working Conditions

• Fast-paced environment
• Confidentiality environment with access to sensitive information
• Overnight and remote travel approximately 25% of the time
• Background checks must meet Agency minimal acceptable standards
• Maintain a valid driver’s license and have access to a vehicle

How to Apply

Please send a cover letter and a resume to [e-mail].

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