 | Professional Employment Opportunity
AWASIS AGENCY OF NORTHERN MANITOBA
OFFICE: Winnipeg Service Delivery Office
LOCATION: Winnipeg, MB |
Position:
Position: Foster Care Worker
One (1) Full-Time Permanent Position
Summary of Position:
The Foster Care Worker will perform a full range of foster care activities for Awasis Agency of Northern Manitoba; this includes recruitment, home assessments, orientation, training, foster home licensing, places of safety and support services to foster homes and foster parents. The Foster Care Worker provides temporary and long-term placements for children as directed by the Child and Family Services Act and the Program Standards. The Foster Care Worker will also ensure that services are being delivered in accordance with the policies, procedures and specific directives of Awasis Agency.
Qualifications:
- BSW Degree preferred with experience in child welfare or combination of education and experience in a related field with the completion of 2 years in the BSW program may be considered
- Strong commitment to community-based service delivery
- Working knowledge of CFS legislation, standards and issues
- Knowledge of Child & Family Services Information System (CFSIS)
- Assessment, interviewing, and counselling skills
- Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills
- Strong work ethic and reliable
- Proven ability to prioritize workloads and meet deadlines
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently as well as a team setting
- Sensitivity to and an understanding of First Nations culture and values
- Ability to speak and/or understand the Cree language would be considered an asset
Working Conditions:
- Fast-paced environment
- Confidentiality environment with access to sensitive information
- Overnight and remote travel approximately 10% of the time
- Satisfactory Criminal Record, Child Abuse Registry and Prior Contact checks prior to beginning work and throughout employment as requested.
- Maintain a valid driver’s license and have access to a vehicle
Salary:
Awasis Agency offers a competitive salary and employee benefit package. Salary will commensurate with education and experience.
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled
How to Apply:
Awasis Agency provides service to Indigenous children and families, therefore preference will be given to Indigenous applicants. Applicants are encouraged to self-identify. Individuals interested in this challenging opportunity please reference Competition Number 2024-134 on your resume/cover letter and in the subject line of your email in confidence to:
Human Resources Department
Awasis Agency of Northern Manitoba
Competition #2024-134
315 McGee Street
Winnipeg, MB R3G 1M7
Fax: 204-790-4455
Email: hr@awasisagency.ca
We thank all applicants who apply, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process.
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