Placement Coordinator

SP3 Social Service Worker 3 Regular/full-time Department of Families Winnipeg Child and Family Services, Community Services and Supports Winnipeg MB Advertisement Number: 45672 Salary(s): SP3 $ 60,011.00 - $79,189.00 per year Closing Date:
October 2, 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 competition is designated for Indigenous people.

Only applicants who self-declare at the time of application will be eligible for further consideration. An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 6 months. The Department of Families is seeking a qualified candidate to fill the position of Placement Coordinator.

The Winnipeg Child and Family Services (WCFS) Branch provides a comprehensive continuum of child protection and family support services throughout Winnipeg in accordance with The Child and Family Services Act and The Adoption Act. WCFS works collaboratively with community partners to deliver prevention and support services that strengthen families, provide protection to children at risk of abuse or neglect, and ensure safe and appropriate placement services for children in care.

The Branch also delivers adoption, post-adoption, and guardianship services to children, youth, and families when reunification is no longer possible.

Reporting to the Unit Supervisor, the Placement Coordinator is responsible for coordinating and securing appropriate placements for children and youth in the care of Winnipeg Child and Family Services (WCFS). The incumbent assesses the placement needs of children and youth, reviews available placement options, and matches specialized needs with suitable placement resources based on the skills, experience, and capacity of caregivers and service providers.

The Placement Coordinator coordinates the admission, transfer, and discharge of children and youth to and from placement resources on both a planned and emergency basis. These resources include foster homes, emergency foster homes, specialized treatment homes, residential care facilities, and (Emergency Placement Resources) EPR shelters. The incumbent also maintains an active caseload of children and youth requiring placement services and is responsible for monitoring and updating the inventory of available foster care resources within WCFS to support timely and appropriate placement decisions.

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.

• Attractive salaries
• 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

• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Paid time-off including sick leave, wellness days and family related leave days
• Flexible work arrangements for eligible positions
• Generous vacation…