Community Service Delivery, Winnipeg Child and Family Services
Winnipeg MB
Advertisement Number: 4057
Salary(s): FSW2 $17.65 - $28.47 per hour
Closing Date: June 14, 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 created for future regular or term positions and will remain in effect for 12 months.
Candidates are required to submit their resume and cover-letter (Word or PDF only).
Introduction
Winnipeg Child and Family Services is currently seeking candidates for the Family Support Worker 2 position, offering a 48-hour bi-weekly guarantee, to provide services within Winnipeg. If you are reliable, responsible, passionate, and committed to working with children, youth, and families, this is a great opportunity to join our team.
Duties:
Under the direction of the assigned Coordinator, the Family Support Worker 2 provides a range of services that contribute to improving family functioning, parental capacity and child safety and well being. The Family Support Worker 2 participates in the development and implementation of a range of goal-oriented interventions to children and their families or to children in Care. Primary duties include; teaching parenting skills, age-appropriate life skills, budgeting, nutrition and household management, advocating for and assisting clients with access to community resources, supervising family visits for children in care, and escorting children and/or their parents to scheduled appointments. A full position description is available upon request.
Why Work for Manitoba Government? The Manitoba government values its employees, recognizing the important role that each person plays in delivering exceptional services, programs and support to the province. Your important contributions are recognized with a comprehensive package of benefits, including an attractive salary, pension plan, health and wellness benefits, and other supports to encourage work-life balance.
Financial Security
Attractive salaries
Defined pension plan
Life insurance coverage
Long-Term Disability Plan
Benefit Plan
Employer paid health care benefits including health, dental and vision
Extended health care for services such as physiotherapy, chiropractor, massages, acupuncture and more
Annual health spending account for eligible employees
Commitment to Health and Wellness
Employee and Family Assistance Program
Paid time-off including sick leave, wellness days and family related leave days
Flexible work arrangements for eligible positions
Generous vacation entitlements, increasing with years of service
Parental, maternity, and adoptive leave options
Professional Growth & Development¿ We want our employees to thrive and grow and are committing to investing in their development. We offer multiple avenues of support such as inhouse training, educational assistance and leadership development programs to help achieve these goals.
Organizational Culture and Values The Manitoba government is committed to a work environment and culture that values and recognizes every employee. When we look at Manitoba’s Public Service, we see a reflection of Manitoba’s diversity. We come from differing educational, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds and work in a wide array of jobs across the province, we are all public servants.
Impact on Manitoba’s Future By working for Manitoba’s Public Service, you have the unique opportunity to use your time to serve the land, communities, and the people of Manitoba. You can leave a lasting mark that will impact both current and future generations.
Qualifications:
Essential:
Grade twelve plus 1 year related course work plus one year relevant experience in a related position OR equivalent combination of education and 3 years relevant experience in a related position.
Experience working with children and families in a supportive manner.
Excellent written communication skills including the ability to prepare written documents in accordance with established regulations and guidelines.
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to engage and establish working relationships with various stakeholders, such as; children, youth, parents, social workers, supervisors and collaterals.
Excellent verbal communication skills.
Ability to work with families, children and youth facing multiple barriers such as; financial, addiction, abuse, etc., or from diverse cultural and social backgrounds.
Excellent organization and time management skills.
Knowledge of child development and behaviour including the effects of abuse and neglect.
Desired:
Experience with computer programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook or Adobe
Knowledge of community resources and programming.
Conditions of Employment:
Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
Valid driver's licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes for travel within the Province of Manitoba
Must provide a Satisfactory Criminal Record Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search), Child Abuse Registry Check, Adult Abuse Registry Check and Prior Contact Check
Must be able to work flexible hours including, days, evenings and weekends
Must be physically capable of performing the duties of the position which may include reaching, bending and lifting up to 25 kilograms or 55 pounds
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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