Child & Family Services of Central Manitoba Inc. is seeking an enthusiastic and skilled person for the position of Family Service Worker. CFS-CM is a non-profit charitable organization with a history of applying innovative models in service delivery. We use a strength-based approach in supporting families. This is a full-time term starting immediately and ending April 19, 2024. This position is located in Winkler.
Primary Responsibilities
- To accept referrals from Intake on clients deemed appropriate under the Child and Family Services Act.
- Provide on-going assessment, case planning and case management services on assigned files.
- To make appropriate referrals to other community services for treatment or other services where required.
- To bring children into the care of the agency, where appropriate, and to act in the best interests of those children.
- To work collaboratively with foster parents, other workers and other service providers to ensure the best interest of client families.
- Be familiar with and to comply with all provincial legislation, regulations and standards and with Agency and Authority policies and procedures.
Qualifications and Requirements:
- Bachelor of Social Work or Masters of Social Work with a background in Child and Family Services required.
- A valid driver’s license is required. The successful candidate will be subject to Criminal Records, Child Abuse and Prior Contact Checks.
- Experience with computers, the ability to prioritize and organize tasks, interpersonal skills, and excellent verbal and written communication skills are required.
- Experience working both independently and as part of a team are required.
Salary: As per CUPE Local #2483 Collective Agreement
*Job Description available upon request.
Please apply by way of resume and covering letter to Chris Chabbert, Executive Director, Child & Family Services of Central Manitoba Inc., 25 – 3rd Street S.E., Portage la Prairie, MB R1N 1N1; or by e-mail to christine.bergen@gov.mb.ca.
Only those candidates being considered will be contacted for an interview
Application deadline: June 9, 2023
To apply for this job email your details to Christine.Bergen@gov.mb.ca