Social Worker Job Vacancy in Manitoba Canada at Southeast Child & Family Services

SOUTHEAST CHILD & FAMILY SERVICES HAS AN OPENING FOR A FRONT LINE SOCIAL WORKER FOR THE LITTLE GRAND RAPIDS UNIT

This position is located in the community of Little Grand Rapids and work days will be from Monday to Friday.
Travel allowance and accommodations are paid by the Agency.
Preference will be given to Aboriginal candidates.
Ability to speak Ojibway will be considered an asset.

DUTIES:
* As a Front Line Social Worker, will work under the direction of the Little Grand Rapids Program Manager and be responsible for providing mandated child welfare services as legislated by the Child and Family Services Act.
* The services will be delivered in accordance with the cultural values and beliefs of Southeast First Nation communities, with a view to pursuing preventive rehabilitative and protective goals.
* These services will be provided to the children and families who originate from Southeast First Nation communities, but who reside or require assistance in the Winnipeg area.

QUALIFICATIONS: BSW from an accredited university or related human services degree from an accredited university, plus one year’s direct child welfare experience or a post secondary diploma in a related field, plus three years direct child welfare experience.
A combination of education and experience will be considered.
Requires excellent organizational, computer, oral and written communication skills with a demonstrated ability to work effectively under pressure and in a team environment.
Must have valid driver’s license and a personal vehicle for business purposes. Must submit to a child abuse and criminal records check.

Please submit resume, with three references, prior to Friday, February 11, 2011 to: lyndaf@secfs.org