Competition No.: 2026-045
Position: Direct Service Worker 
Classification: DSW Pay Scale: $64,395.54 – $91,474.76
Conditions:   · Full Time Permanent (Non-Unionized)
                        · Meal allowance, and accommodation may be provided- if qualified.
                        · Shift Rotation – 10 days on, 4 days off
                        · FIFO (Fly-in, Fly-out)

Department: Poplar River First Nation Community Based Team
Location:  Poplar River, MB
Closing Date:  August 26, 2026
How to apply: Email: [email protected]  Fax: 204-594-0499
Applications can also be dropped off at the Local CFS Office

                                Vision - Mino Pimatiziwin

 

Reporting to the Unit Supervisor, the Direct Service Worker is responsible for managing both short and long-term case protection and child-in-care files. This role ensures compliance with all Child and Family Services acts, regulations, and standards, while supporting families and prioritizing the safety and well-being of children in alignment with Southeast cultural and community values.

·   Providing protection and prevention services to the children and families of the designated Southeast First Nation community.

·   Carrying and managing caseloads specific to Family Protection and Children-In-Care with prescribed timelines.

·   Working in and intervening with crisis situations in an appropriate and timely manner.

·   Establishing and maintaining partnerships with community resources for clients as well as team members.

·   Group facilitation; team building and decision-making; taking initiative; problem-solving, leading, planning, coordinating, and facilitating  meetings; de-escalating conflict; and provide solutions.

·   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.

·   Participating in Agency events, training and working flexible hours as required.

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

·   Other duties as assigned.

·  Grade 12, post-secondary education, Bachelor of Social Work or an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

·  A minimum of one (1) year 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 Indigenous culture and an understanding of the rural cultural environment.

     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 (specific to documentation and report writing).

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

·  Valid driver’s license; a reliable vehicle.

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

 

Preference will be given to Southeast members and Indigenous candidates (First Nations, Métis, or Inuit) meeting the position requirements, with a particular encouragement for Poplar River First Nation community members to apply.  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.