Child and Family Service Worker

Rural and Northern Child and Family Services, Community Services and Supports Division

Thompson MB

Advertisement Number: 45554

Salary(s): SP4 $ 64,210.00 - $91,312.00 per year

Closing Date: November 3, 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).

This is a preference competition. All applicants are encouraged to apply, however first consideration for this competition will be given to Indigenous people. Applicants are requested to self-declare at the time of application.

An eligibility list may be created to fill similar regular, term, part-time, casual and full-time positions and may remain effective for 6 months.

Candidates who are currently enrolled in post-secondary education in Social Services, who will be graduating in the next six (6) months are encouraged to apply.

Come work and live in the captivating beauty of northern Manitoba, where adventure and cultural experiences await. Explore the rich tapestry of Indigenous culture, vibrant communities, and breathtaking landscapes that define this unique region.

Thompson is known as the hub of the north - an industrious mining town with proud Indigenous identity and deep roots in the fur trade. It is a city that evokes images of waterfalls, clear-to-the-bottom lakes, pine-scented forests and mystical howling wolves. It’s an ideal destination for a day of hiking or paddling, or a backwoods camping adventure in the boreal forest that surrounds Thompson.

Visit Pisew Falls - stunning in any season - or spend the day in Paint Lake Provincial Park. Stay in a provincial park or private campground.

The Child and Family Service Worker is responsible for the full range of statutory child welfare services to families and children within the designated geographical area. These dynamic positions require effective case management skills as well as establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with individuals, families, services providers and agencies. These positions will allow for areas of specialization under the CFS Worker title, i.e. completing child abuse/protection investigations, providing support on open family files, and fulfilling guardianship and permanency responsibilities for children in care.

The successful candidate will perform a range of duties that include intake, conducting abuse investigations, developing case plans to ensure child safety, coordinating support services, working with collateral community agencies, assisting with after-hour services to children and families. You will play a key role in the management of protection, voluntary family service and child in care cases.

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.

• Defined pension plan
• Life insurance coverage
• Long-Term Disability 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