Community Services Worker

SP4 Social Services Worker 4

Term/full-time

Department of Families

Regional Social Services - Eastern Region Portage la Prairie, Community Service Delivery

Portage la Prairie MB

Advertisement Number: 44393

Salary(s): SP4 $64,210.00 - $91,312.00 per year Plus Remoteness Allowance, if applicable.

Closing Date: August 10, 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).

This competition is designated for Indigenous people. Only applicants who self-declare at the time of application will be eligible for further consideration.

An eligibility list may be created to fill similar regular, term, part-time and/or full-time positions in Northern Region 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 seeking a qualified candidate to fill the position of Community Service Worker (SP4) in Portage la Prairie, Manitoba.

The Manitoba Government has a comprehensive benefit package which includes extended health care, health spending account, dental care, vision care, long term disability insurance, group life insurance, maternity/paternity leave, family related leave, and a defined pension plan (some pension plans allow for portability between the Civil Service Superannuation Board and employers).

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada

• Must be able to provide and maintain a satisfactory Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search.

• Must have a valid Full Class 5 Manitoba driver's licence, access to a vehicle and the ability to travel within the Province of Manitoba for government business.

• 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 be able to work on a regular rotation, including evenings, weekends, and statutory holidays as required.

Qualifications:

Essential:

• Post-secondary education in the social services field (Bachelor of Social Work preferred).
• Case management experience in an integrated services environment that includes brief counselling, conducting assessments, service planning and coordination, resource development and follow-up.
• Experience working with children with disabilities or vulnerable adults and their families, providing supports based on the individual needs of the participants.
• Experience conducting risk assessments with participants and their family members.
• Experience with crisis intervention and protection services.
• Effective verbal communication skills.
• Strong written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills including the ability to interact sensitively, respectfully and in a non-judgmental manner to resolve conflict effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Excellent time-management and organizational skills including the ability to manage high-volume caseloads and competing demands within a complex and fast-paced work environment.
• Ability to work independently and exercise initiative within a multi-disciplinary team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and Outlook) or similar software applications.

Desired:

• Ability to read, write and verbally communicate in French.

Duties:

The Community Service Worker (CSW) for CLdS/CdS will participate in and often act as lead in a Service Coordination team which can include a wide array of social service agencies but not restricted to those associated with Health, Education and Early Childhood Learning, child welfare agencies, private non-profit agencies and Justice, Employment and Income Assistance (EIA). The CSW is a liaison between families, advocates, other government and community-based agencies and the individuals you serve. You will use a family centered/person-centered approach to deliver discipline-based services and intervention strategies with individuals and families. The CSW is responsible for the coordination and delivery of support services including those that ensure delivery of protection services, support services, crisis management and the Substitute Decision Making process as per the Adults Living with an Intellectual Disability Act.

The work is fast-paced and challenging. You will assess, plan, implement and monitor services on behalf of children /families or vulnerable individuals. You will collaborate with other professionals, advocate for program clients, plan successful transitions to childcare, school system, residential placements, coordinate day activity programming, counsel program clients and represent CLdS/CdS to other stakeholders, the community and to families. CSWs are often required to assist with issues caused by domestic violence, trauma, disability, abuse, mental and emotional challenges, loss, addiction, homelessness and family breakdown. Developing the necessary supports and network of services that enable an individual to gain independence/reach full potential and strengthen their ability to function successfully, despite these challenges, is extremely rewarding. As a CSW, you will positively impact the lives of families, children, and clients, enhancing their experiences moving forward.

Apply to:

Advertisement # 44393

Talent Acquisition

Human Resource Services

600-259 Portage Avenue

Winnipeg, MB , R3B 2A9

Phone: 204-945-7518

Fax: 204-945-0601

Email: govjobs@gov.mb.ca

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