Children's Services Worker - Eligibility List
About the role
Children's Services Worker - Eligibility List - HUM014653
Employment Type**:** Permanent Full-time
Location(s)****: SK-Rgna-Fort Qu'appelle
Ministry**:** 036 Social Services
Salary Range**:** $34.364-$43.068 Hourly
Salary Supplement**:** included in hourly salary range (in-scope)
Grade**:** SGEU.09.
The Ministry of Social Services is looking for individuals who are devoted to helping others and improving the lives and well-being of children and families to join our team as a Children’s Service Worker. In this role, you will provide a range of services designed to provide protective, preventative and support services to children and their families using the P.R.I.D.E. model and The Family Centered Case Management Model of practice.
In this position, you will:
- Be responsible for casework and permanency planning related to a variety of programs for children in care and their caregivers;
- Provide assessment, development and implementation of case plans, while providing support to ensure the physical, social, cultural, psychological and educational needs of children are met;
- Where children are admitted to the care of the Ministry, manage their needs, including placement in foster and alternate resources, including extended family;
- Plan for children placed in care on a long-term basis, working in co-operation with First Nation Child and Family Service agencies and other support-providing community organizations;
- Develop/maintain open and honest work relationships, encouraging teamwork with clients, foster families, biological families, collateral agencies, and other members of the unit or community; and
- Identify and prioritize referrals for service, develop intervention plans, consult with other professionals as necessary, and complete documentation in accordance with professional standards of practice.
The Ideal Candidate
As our successful candidate, you will:
- Have a sincere commitment to relationships and community, practicing from a place of connection;
- Demonstrate critical thinking in completing risk assessments, judgment and decision making skills, implementing stringent protocols and processes for the transfer of files and information to Child Protection or other Child and Family service workers and supervisors;
- Have knowledge of multi-cultural beliefs and values, with emphasis on First Nations and Métis;
- Have knowledge of poverty, systemic and socio-economic issues and how they impact people; and
- Advocate on behalf of clients to ensure access to services and resources; remove barriers to independence and promote client well-being.
To qualify for this position, you will possess a Bachelor of Social Work or Bachelor of Indigenous Social Work degree from an accredited university, as approved by the SASW/CASW or CASWE; OR a Human Service Degree plus relevant related experience; OR a Social Work Certificate plus relevant related experience. All out-of-country education must be assessed as accredited for Canadian equivalency.
Human Service Degrees include Bachelor of Arts in Sociology and/or Psychology, Education, Human Justice, Indigenous Studies or a Bachelor of Science in Nursing/Psychiatric Nursing plus relevant related work experience.
The successful candidate will be required to travel, work flexible hours that may include evenings or weekends, and transport children (or parents) in service delivery.
Candidates must clearly indicate in their covering letter or resume where they have acquired their knowledge, skills, and abilities. The Selection of candidates will be assessed based on this information.
While the representation of Indigenous staff within the Child and Family Programs Division has been prioritized, all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. Only those selected for further assessment will be contacted.
To learn more about Social Services, please visit the following website:
Ministry of Social Services | Ministries | Government of Saskatchewan
Preference will be given to qualified equity group members who self-declare in this online application, as identified in "diversity groups" below
Diversity Groups**:** Aboriginal persons
Hours of Work**:** B - SGEU Field 37.33 - work a total of 37.33 hours/week, averaged over 4 weeks
Number of Openings**:** 5
Closing Date: Jul 30, 2025, 12:59:00 AM
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Children's Services Worker - Eligibility List
About the role
Children's Services Worker - Eligibility List - HUM014653
Employment Type**:** Permanent Full-time
Location(s)****: SK-Rgna-Fort Qu'appelle
Ministry**:** 036 Social Services
Salary Range**:** $34.364-$43.068 Hourly
Salary Supplement**:** included in hourly salary range (in-scope)
Grade**:** SGEU.09.
The Ministry of Social Services is looking for individuals who are devoted to helping others and improving the lives and well-being of children and families to join our team as a Children’s Service Worker. In this role, you will provide a range of services designed to provide protective, preventative and support services to children and their families using the P.R.I.D.E. model and The Family Centered Case Management Model of practice.
In this position, you will:
- Be responsible for casework and permanency planning related to a variety of programs for children in care and their caregivers;
- Provide assessment, development and implementation of case plans, while providing support to ensure the physical, social, cultural, psychological and educational needs of children are met;
- Where children are admitted to the care of the Ministry, manage their needs, including placement in foster and alternate resources, including extended family;
- Plan for children placed in care on a long-term basis, working in co-operation with First Nation Child and Family Service agencies and other support-providing community organizations;
- Develop/maintain open and honest work relationships, encouraging teamwork with clients, foster families, biological families, collateral agencies, and other members of the unit or community; and
- Identify and prioritize referrals for service, develop intervention plans, consult with other professionals as necessary, and complete documentation in accordance with professional standards of practice.
The Ideal Candidate
As our successful candidate, you will:
- Have a sincere commitment to relationships and community, practicing from a place of connection;
- Demonstrate critical thinking in completing risk assessments, judgment and decision making skills, implementing stringent protocols and processes for the transfer of files and information to Child Protection or other Child and Family service workers and supervisors;
- Have knowledge of multi-cultural beliefs and values, with emphasis on First Nations and Métis;
- Have knowledge of poverty, systemic and socio-economic issues and how they impact people; and
- Advocate on behalf of clients to ensure access to services and resources; remove barriers to independence and promote client well-being.
To qualify for this position, you will possess a Bachelor of Social Work or Bachelor of Indigenous Social Work degree from an accredited university, as approved by the SASW/CASW or CASWE; OR a Human Service Degree plus relevant related experience; OR a Social Work Certificate plus relevant related experience. All out-of-country education must be assessed as accredited for Canadian equivalency.
Human Service Degrees include Bachelor of Arts in Sociology and/or Psychology, Education, Human Justice, Indigenous Studies or a Bachelor of Science in Nursing/Psychiatric Nursing plus relevant related work experience.
The successful candidate will be required to travel, work flexible hours that may include evenings or weekends, and transport children (or parents) in service delivery.
Candidates must clearly indicate in their covering letter or resume where they have acquired their knowledge, skills, and abilities. The Selection of candidates will be assessed based on this information.
While the representation of Indigenous staff within the Child and Family Programs Division has been prioritized, all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. Only those selected for further assessment will be contacted.
To learn more about Social Services, please visit the following website:
Ministry of Social Services | Ministries | Government of Saskatchewan
Preference will be given to qualified equity group members who self-declare in this online application, as identified in "diversity groups" below
Diversity Groups**:** Aboriginal persons
Hours of Work**:** B - SGEU Field 37.33 - work a total of 37.33 hours/week, averaged over 4 weeks
Number of Openings**:** 5
Closing Date: Jul 30, 2025, 12:59:00 AM
About Government of Saskatchewan
Welcome to the Government of Saskatchewan’s LinkedIn Page!
This page has information about our current career opportunities, who our teams are, and why we are the choice for your next career adventure.
When you join the Government of Saskatchewan Public Service, you’ll be part of a community that values diversity, innovation, and collaboration. We are one of the largest employers in Saskatchewan, offering diverse and fulfilling opportunities that enable you to make a difference in our province and in the lives of our residents. With approximately 12,000 employees in locations throughout the province, we are committed to building a stronger Saskatchewan for current and future generations.
Visit https://www.saskatchewan.ca/careers page to explore more ways of connecting with us.