Child Abuse Investigator  

 

Competition No.: 2024- 120R

               Position: Child Abuse Investigator
     Classification: DSW Pay Scale: $56,327.49 - $78,117.43
            Conditions:  - Full Time, Term Until 2026 (Unionized)
                                      - An Eligibility List may be established for future openings
                                      -Preference will be given to internal candidates
        Department: Abuse Unit
                 Location:  1410 Mountain Ave, Winnipeg
       Closing Date: Open Until Filled
      How to apply: Email: [email protected] Fax: 204-594-0499

Reporting to the Unit Supervisor, the Child Abuse Investigator assumes primary responsibility for the investigation and assessment of reported incidents of child abuse in accordance with The Child and Family Services Act and the Provincial Standards.

 

·       Reviews and follows up on all reports of alleged abuse, and completes thorough abuse investigations according to    
        legislation, regulations, standards, and Agency policy.

·       Provides consultation to other Agency staff regarding abuse matters.

·       Ensures culturally appropriate services are provided.

·       Completes global and forensic interviews when appropriate.

·       Uses the Structured Decision Making (SDM) tools as appropriate.

·       Completes safety planning as necessary throughout the investigation.

·       Opens an intake for every new report of abuse and documents all aspects of the investigation in the IM and prepares for                conclusion when appropriate.    
·       Excellent case and file management skills; stress management; time management; and documentation detail (e.g., CFSIS,            IM, etc.).

·       Working in a team-based environment as well as independent responsibilities.

·       Willing and able to travel to designated First Nations communities and rural areas as required.

·       Bachelor of Social Work (an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered).

·       A minimum of two (2) years’ experience in front-line case management with Children-in-Care and families.

·       Experience conducting investigations including gathering and analyzing information to implement appropriate action(s).

·       Demonstrated working knowledge of and familiarity with: 

                o   Anishinaabe culture and an understanding of the Southeast First Nation communities;

                o   The Child and Family Services Act; The Adoption Act; An Act respecting First Nations, Inuit and Métis
                   children, youth, and   families; Indigenous child welfare practices; First Nations history; and colonization;

                o   Crisis intervention; child protection investigations; assessment of high-risk situations to determine                                 
                     appropriate response times;

                o   Substance abuse; family violence; child abuse/neglect; grief and loss issues; and community resources.

·       Excellent verbal and written communication skills (specifically to Interviewing, documentation and report writing)

·       Proficiency with Microsoft Office (i.e., Word, Excel, and Outlook), CFSIS, and IM.

·       A valid driver’s license; a reliable vehicle.

·       Satisfactory Criminal Record; Child Abuse Registry; and Prior Contact Checks.       

Preference will be given to Southeast members and Indigenous candidates (First Nations, Métis, or Inuit) meeting the position requirements. All Indigenous applicants are asked to self-declare within their cover letter. We thank all applicants; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

 

                                         We offer competitive wages and an exceptional benefits package.

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