Issues Management Specialist

SP4 Social Services Worker 4

Regular/full-time

Department of Families

Child Protection Branch/Child and Family Services

Winnipeg MB

Advertisement Number: 31926

Salary(s):   SP4 $53,864.00 - $74,688.00 per year

Closing Date:   August 26, 2016

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, visible minorities and persons with disabilities. Applicants are requested to self-declare at the time of application.

Preference will be given to Aboriginal people, visible minorities and persons with a disability.

An eligibility list may be created for similar term and regular positions and will remain in effect for 6 months

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada

Qualifications:

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada.
• Satisfactory Criminal Records Check, Child Abuse Registry check, and Adult Abuse Registry check

• Post secondary degree in Social Sciences (BSW preferred). Other acceptable combinations of education and related experience may be considered.
• Child Welfare experience in dealing with children and families.
• Experience conducting investigations including gathering and analyzing information to implement appropriate action.
• Knowledge of The Child and Family Services Act, The Authorities Act, and The Adoption Act.
• Thorough knowledge of the governing and delivery of child protection programming in Manitoba.
• Strong political acumen to effectively communicate with a variety of individuals including senior government officials, executive management, and Authorities.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work within a team environment.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and work effectively to meet tight deadlines.
• Ability to deal with grief and loss issues.
• Ability to de-escalate conflict and provide resolution.
• Excellent verbal communication skills.
• Strong written communication skills and ability to pay attention to detail when preparing Authority Seeking Documents such as Briefing Notes and comprehensive reports.
• Proficient with computer programs such as Microsoft Word.

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Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process. When applying to this position, please indicate the advertisement number and position title in the subject line and/or body of your email. Your cover letter, resumé and/or application must clearly indicate how you meet the qualifications.

Please be advised that job competitions for represented positions may be grieved by internal represented applicants. Should a selection grievance be filed, information from the competition file will be provided to the grievor's representative. Personal information irrelevant to the grievance and other information protected under legislation will be redacted.

We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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