Victim Services Worker

Government of Manitoba; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 64,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

The Government of Manitoba is hiring a Social Services Worker for a full-time position within the Victim Services under Manitoba Justice in Winnipeg. The role involves supporting victims of crime, providing counseling, and navigating the criminal justice system. Candidate qualifications include a Bachelor of Social Work, relevant case management experience, and a strong understanding of Indigenous issues. Successful applicants will demonstrate strong interpersonal skills and be able to work effectively in high-stress environments.

Qualifications

• Extensive case management experience in social services.
• Experience working with victims of intimate partner violence.
• Sound understanding of Indigenous culture and customs.

Responsibilities

• Interviewing and supporting victims of crime and trauma.
• Guiding clients through the criminal justice process.
• Providing assessments and short-term counseling.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

Bachelor of Social Work or equivalent degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

SP4 Social Services Worker

Regular/full-time; Term/full-time

Manitoba Justice

Victim Services, Courts

Winnipeg MB

Advertisement Number: 44295

Salary(s): SP4 $64,210.00 - $91,312.00 per year

Closing Date: June 15, 2025

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).

Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to Indigenous people, visible minorities and persons with disabilities.

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

An eligibility list may be created for similar regular, term or acting status opportunities within the Government of Manitoba and will remain in effect until exhausted.

Victim Services Workers provides victims of crime with general court related information regarding the criminal justice system and offer emotional support, risk assessment, safety & protection planning and community referrals. The incumbent will be responsible for working with victims to guide them through the complexities of the Justice system, providing analysis, interpretation and assessment of victim needs and ensuring the appropriate intervention.

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
• Satisfactory Enhanced Security Screening Level 4
• Ability to Provide and Maintain Satisfactory Criminal Record Check including Vulnerable Sector Search
• Ability to Provide and Maintain Satisfactory Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check
• Ability to travel within the service area for government business purposes, including various modes of transportation such as planes, boats, helicopters, etc.
• Valid Manitoba full stage Class 5 Driver’s License and access to a motor vehicle for work purposes.
  
  

Qualifications:

Essential:

• A Bachelor of Social Work degree or an equivalent related Social Sciences degree or equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.
• Extensive case management experience in the social services field.
• Experience working with effects of trauma, grief and loss.
• Demonstrated experience working with victims of intimate partner violence or child abuse.
• Sound understanding of Indigenous culture and customs including history and justice related issues.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to establish and maintain positive and effective working relationships.
• Excellent verbal communication skills.
• Excellent written communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time- management skills.
• Ability to work in a high volume, high stress work environment
  
  

Desired:

• Experience interpreting and applying legislation, policies and procedures including Manitoba's Victims' Bill of Rights Act, and The Domestic Violence and Stalking Act.
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) or equivalent software.
• Ability to read, write and verbally communicate fluently in French.
  
  

Duties:

The incumbent is responsible for interviewing, assessing and providing emotional support to counselling victims of intimate partner violence, child abuse and victims of the most serious crimes as defined within the designated offences regulation of The Victims’ Bill of Rights Act, The Domestic Violence and Stalking Act and other relevant provincial and federal legislation. The incumbent is also responsible for guiding their clients through the criminal justice system process. The incumbent provides assessments and short-term counselling which includes advising victims of their options, rights and responsibilities as victims of crime, while simultaneously enhancing the victim’s ability to make informed choices and increase their level of safety and the safety of those close to them.

Apply to:

Advertisement # 44295

Talent Acquisition

Human Resource Services

600-259 Portage Avenue

Winnipeg, MB , R3B 2A9

Phone: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

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

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