Investigator - Protection for Persons in Care Office (Multiple Positions)
SP4 Social Services Worker 4
Regular/full-time
Health, Seniors and Long Term Care
Licensing and Compliance, Seniors and Long-Term Care
Winnipeg MB
Advertisement Number: 45020
Salary(s): SP4 $64,210.00 - $91,312.00 per year
Closing Date: March 22, 2026
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).
Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to Indigenous people, visible minorities and persons with disabilities.
An eligibility list may be established to appoint suitable candidate(s) to future regular, term or acting status positions. Where established, an eligibility list will remain in effect for 12 months.
Introduction
The Protection for Persons in Care Office is hiring new Investigators to join our team! This position will provide many unique opportunities for learning, growth and development in the field of investigation, collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams, abuse and neglect prevention and ongoing policy analysis and review.
The Protection for Persons in Care Office (PPCO) of Health, Seniors and Long Term Care operates under the authority of the Protection for Persons in Care Act and receives, inquires, and where appropriate, investigates reports of suspected patient abuse and neglect in health care facilities across the province.
The Protection for Persons in Care Act (the Act) is a law to help protect adults from abuse and neglect while receiving care in personal care homes, hospitals or any other designated health facility. This position is responsible for the coordination of inquiries and investigations in complex and sensitive situations reported to the Office on behalf of the Minister as mandated in the Act.
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).
To be considered for this competition you must submit an application form and resume. See below for further instructions.
Reporting to the Director of the Protection for Persons in Care Office, Investigators conduct fair, thorough, unbiased, and timely investigations into complex allegations of patient abuse and neglect. This includes the initial assessment of alleged abuse and neglect reports, completion of the inquiry process, planning and coordinating investigations, analysis of findings, preparation of reports and follow-up and monitoring of directions resulting from investigation. The position also collaborates with multi-disciplinary teams and provides expert case consultation services and ongoing policy analysis and review to improve services to patients and ensure protection from abuse and neglect.
Qualifications:
Essential:
Completion of post-secondary education in healthcare or social sciences. Other acceptable combinations of education and experience may be considered.
Experience managing complex investigations in a healthcare setting, preferably related to neglect or abuse.
Ability to maintain objectivity and impartiality throughout the investigation process.
Ability to extract, analyze, and evaluate information.
Strong time management skills to effectively manage competing priorities with tight timeframes.
Strong written communication skills, particularly as it relates to case notes and investigation reports.
Strong verbal communication skills.
Ability to foster partnerships and collaboration with internal and external clients and agencies.
Desired:
Experience facilitating meetings and making formal presentations.
Experience using databases.
Strong French verbal communication skills.
Strong French written communication skills.
Conditions of Employment:
Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
Must provide and maintain a current and satisfactory Criminal Record Check including Vulnerable Sector Search.
Must provide and maintain a current satisfactory Adult Abuse Registry Check.
Must be able to travel within Manitoba by vehicle and air, with occasional overnight stays.
Must be able to work overtime as needed.
Must possess valid full Class 5 (5F) driver’s licence and access to a vehicle which can be used for work purposes.
To be considered for this competition you must submit an application form and resume. Complete the application form at the link below or contact Human Resource Services under “Apply to” to request a copy of the application form. The selection board will rely only on information provided in this form to determine whether a candidate will be invited for further assessment. Note: You are not required to submit a cover letter, but may be asked to submit references, or other documentation at a later point if invited for further consideration.
WHEN APPLYING TO THIS POSITION, PLEASE INDICATE THE ADVERTISEMENT NUMBER AND POSITION TITLE IN THE SUBJECT LINE AND/OR BODY OF YOUR EMAIL.
Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process. When applying to this position, please indicate the advertisement number and position title in the subject line and/or body of your email. Your cover letter, resumé and/or application must clearly indicate how you meet the qualifications.
Please be advised that job competitions for represented positions may be grieved by internal represented applicants. Should a selection grievance be filed, information from the competition file will be provided to the grievor's representative. Personal information irrelevant to the grievance and other information protected under legislation will be redacted.
We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
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