Manager, Jordan's Principle Social Workers & Counsellors

St. Amant supports over 5,000 people in Manitoba with developmental disabilities, autism and acquired brain injury. We are a not-for-profit organization that offers a wide range of supports for adults, children and their families. Our over 2,000 staff follow a person-centered approach and adapt to the needs of each person and each family.

St.Amant is committed to fostering a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility where everyone is respected, valued and empowered to bring their authentic selves - free from fear of discrimination - while celebrating the diverse identities and experiences that enrich our community. We stand firmly against individual and systemic discrimination and racism as per the Canadian Human Rights Act.

This is a preference competition. All applicants are encouraged to apply; however, preference will be given to Indigenous candidates. We encourage Indigenous applicants to self-declare in their attached cover letter.

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Clinical Services and consistent with the mission, values and policies of St.Amant, the Manager, Jordan’s Principle Social Work and Counselling Services plays a critical role in ensuring the success of St.Amant business and operations. The Manager promotes an excellent customer service focus to clients, staff and other stakeholders.

The Manager, Jordan’s Principle Social Work and Counselling Services, leads and supports a team of social workers and counsellors who work within a remote work environment. The Manager works in partnership with the Clinical Services management team and collaborates with other program areas across the organization. The Manager builds strong relationships with the people we support, families, program funders, and external stakeholders, and contributes to matters relating to Clinical Services as a whole.

The Manager is expected to contribute to strategic planning, education and training, community relations and partnerships, quality improvement, risk management, and service evaluation. The Manager acts as a key resource to both the team of social workers and counsellors and the Senior Manager, sharing pertinent information in a timely manner, and addressing client risks, staff performance, or operational concerns as required.

The Manager, Jordan’s Principle Social Work and Counselling embraces the goal of Jordan’s Principle to ensure that all children have access to the health and social services they need in their community.

This position is based in Winnipeg, however regular travel to Indigenous communities in Manitoba, including by vehicle, plane, helicopter and boat, is required for duties related to supervision, collaboration with stakeholders, and community events.

The Manager, Jordan’s Principle Social Work and Counselling, participates in the Clinical Services on-call rotation and must have access to a vehicle during work hours. The Manager must have the ability to work flexible and/or extended hours including evenings and weekends as required.

St.Amant’s core values reflect a strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. St.Amant maintains ongoing commitment to recruiting a diverse and talented workforce, which is paramount to supporting the vibrant community we serve.

St.Amant values and promotes volunteerism in the workplace. Volunteers are an integral part of the work we do. As such and in keeping with the values of our organization, the incumbent to this role is encouraged to actively support, collaborate and invest in volunteer initiatives.

Education and Occupational Certification:

• Master’s degree in Social Work or Counselling from an accredited university (a combination of a Bachelor’s degree and appropriate professional…