Advertisement Number: 45420

Salary(s):  SP4 $66,139.00 - $94,055.00 per year

Closing Date: June 25, 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).

Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to Indigenous people, visible minorities and persons with disabilities.

An eligibility list may be established to fill current and future for regular, term, part-time and/or full-time positions throughout the province and if established will remain in effect until exhausted. 

Candidates who do not meet all essential criteria may be considered on an underfill basis at a commensurate rate of pay.

Family Guide is a social service position within the Courts Division, Family Resolutions Services Branch of the Department of Justice. Family Guide has responsibility for providing high quality services to Manitobans seeking guidance, support, and information through Family Resolution Services.

To be considered for this competition, candidates must submit a completed application screening form with a resume. See below for further instructions:

Click here to access the application screening form.

Duties:

Family Guide provides a range of high-quality dispute resolution services, including conducting court-ordered family evaluations, and facilitating family coaching, family mediations, and other support services for families disrupted by separation and divorce. The incumbent will possess a generalist knowledge base regarding court operations, family law, and intimate partner violence as they provide support and information to parties experiencing separation and divorce through a single window service model. Through their work, Family Guide may support families affected by intimate partner violence, child abuse/children in need of protection, criminal involvement, addictions, and mental health concerns.

Why Work for Manitoba Government?
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.
 
Financial Security

• Attractive salaries

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

 
Benefit 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 

 
Commitment to Health and Wellness

• 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 entitlements, increasing with years of service
• Parental, maternity, and adoptive leave options

 
Professional Growth & Development
We want our employees to thrive and grow and are committing to investing in their development. We offer multiple avenues of support such as inhouse training, educational assistance and leadership development programs to help achieve these goals.  
 
Organizational Culture and Values 
The Manitoba government is committed to a work environment and culture that values and recognizes every employee. When we look at Manitoba’s Public Service, we see a reflection of Manitoba’s diversity. We come from differing educational, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds and work in a wide array of jobs across the province, we are all public servants.
 
Impact on Manitoba’s Future
By working for Manitoba’s Public Service, you have the unique opportunity to use your time to serve the land, communities, and the people of Manitoba. You can leave a lasting mark that will impact both current and future generations.

Qualifications:

Essential:

• A Bachelor of Social Work degree or an equivalent related Social Sciences degree, equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered 
• Extensive case management experience in the social services field providing a full range of direct services to families including: interviewing, performing assessments, planning, counseling, providing referrals and follow-up 
• Experience in conducting family, psychosocial and risk assessments. 
• Experience working with families at risk of or experiencing conflict with a culturally trauma-informed approach
• Effective interpersonal skills including experience providing interventions in crisis or family violence situations for families or couples
• Effective written communication skills including experience preparing assessment reports 
• Effective verbal communication skills
• Knowledge of child development, family dynamics and child and youth mental health
• Effective organizational and time management skills
• Experience with Microsoft Office (including Word, Excel and Outlook) or equivalent applications 

Desired:

• Knowledge of the family law system, including the Family Resolution Service Branch
• Experience conducting court-ordered family evaluations 
• Ability to read, write and verbally communicate fluently in French.

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada

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