Family Support Worker

Position: FAMILY SUPPORT WORKER
Métis Child, Family & Community Services (MCFCS) Agency is a mandated child and family services agency with the responsibility to administer and manage culturally appropriate community-based child protection and support services for Métis and Inuit people in Manitoba. We have launched and expanded on some very important initiatives that have benefited those who need assistance to be able to move forward in their lives in a better, healthier way.

Come join our progressive agency to work alongside families.

Family Support Worker
Full-Time –12-Month Term Position

Multiple positions available

Competition #: MCFCS-SW
- Hours of Work: 7.25 hours per day

Classification: HS1 $ 26.79 - $32.50 per hour

Location:

Winnipeg, MB

The Family Support Worker is responsible for assisting with the development and implementation of a wide range of goal-oriented interventions to children and/or their families. The Family Support Worker is responsible to mentor parenting strategies, establish in coordination with parent's household routines, and attach families to community support services, overall to strengthen Metis families. It is the responsibility of every position to provide, where requested, culturally relevant service or assist with access to such service.

Education and Experience

Post-Secondary Certificate, diploma or degree in Social Sciences

2 years of experience working with high-risk families or relevant experience.

Non-violent crisis intervention and current CPR or Emergency First Aid.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of child development, behavior and family dynamics

Knowledge of Attachment Theory

Demonstrated understanding of Metis and Inuit culture and communities

Non-violent crisis intervention and current CPR or Emergency First Aid

Computer skills using Microsoft Office, Word and Excel

Ability to maintain highly sensitive and confidential information

Ability to work cooperatively within a team environment

Before commencing employment, the successful applicant will be asked to provide a satisfactory Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search, Child Abuse Registry Check, Prior Contact Check and a Driver’s Abstract upon hire at their own expense. A valid Manitoba driver’s license is required.

MCFCS offers a supportive and progressive work environment, competitive salaries, an excellent benefits package and training opportunities.

We thank all who apply; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Preference will be given to qualified Indigenous applicants. All are encouraged to self-declare.

Final date to receive applications:
Open until filled

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