Supervisor, Social Work, Community Health

COMPETITION #  POSITION TYPE TERM (January 2026), FULL-TIME The Berens River City Unit A Supervisor assumes a leadership role as part of a team dedicated to strengthening client services and to develop effective staff and work teams in the area of program and service co-ordination, reporting, operational planning, and community liaison services to Berens River First Nation.

• Oversees the program/case management process within the Unit by providing staff with consultation, direction, and daily monitoring; ensures key deadlines and responsibilities are adhered to.
• Establishes an understanding of community values, strengths, and concerns; and works collaboratively with other community services and collaterals to achieve program and service objectives.
• Contributes to plans for improvement of service delivery for the program and services unit and participates in developing new services or approaches.
• Participates with Human Resources in the recruitment and selection process; maintains and upgrades staff competencies through professional development and training opportunities; and provides guidance for Agency policies to be adhered to.
• Other duties as assigned by the Director of Service.

• Bachelor of Social Work (an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered).
• A minimum of five (5) years experience in front-line case management with Children-in-Care and families.
• Demonstrated working knowledge of and familiarity with:
  • Indigenous culture and an understanding of the rural cultural environment;
  • The Child and Family Services Act;
    The Adoption Act;
    An Act respecting First Nations, Inuit and Métis children, youth, and families, and The Human Rights Act;
    Indigenous child welfare practices;
    First Nations history; and colonization;
  • Child and Family Services Authority structure and services;
  • First Nation child welfare practice and issues in Manitoba.
• Excellent leadership, team-building, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (i.e., Word, Excel, and Outlook), CFSIS, and IM.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills (especially with regard to documentation and report writing).
• Valid driver’s license; a reliable vehicle.
• Satisfactory Criminal Record;
  Child Abuse Registry; and Prior Contact Check.

Please send a cover letter and a resume to employer rep.