SP1 Social Services Worker (SP) Series 1
Regular/full-time
Department of Families
Regional Social Services, Community Services and Supports
Dauphin MB
Advertisement Number: 45505
Salary(s): SP1 $52,295.00 - $62,508.00 per year
Closing Date: July 26, 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 is a preference competition. All applicants are encouraged to apply, however first consideration for this competition will be given to Indigenous people and persons with disabilities. Applicants are requested to self-declare at the time of application.
An eligibility list may be created for future regular or term positions and will remain in effect for 12 months for both the Dauphin and Brandon offices.
Candidates are required to submit a completed application form along with their résumé and cover letter (Word or fillable PDF only).
See below for further instructions.
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Duties:
The Financial Worker functions as a member of a team providing Income Assistance supports and services. The incumbent communicates regularly with clients, agencies, and other stakeholders by telephone, in writing, or in person to gather required information, respond to inquiries or explain policies and eligibility guidelines. The Financial Worker calculates, processes, and issues benefits in accordance with the Manitoba Assistance Act and the Disability Support Act. This position reviews, recommends, orders, and/or authorizes expenditures for health and/or special needs, minor repairs, or medical travel needs. Additionally, the role involves entering electronic data for clients' budgets, paying bills, maintaining client confidentiality, and performing other clerical duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Essential:
- Experience assessing and verifying information to determine eligibility to a program or for services
- Experience working with people from diverse backgrounds (persons with disabilities, persons who are financially and/or socially disadvantaged, newcomers and/or different cultures
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with the public, program participants, staff and/or external agencies
- Strong organizational skills including ability to prioritize tasks, work under pressure with accuracy in an environment with competing demands
- Experience with disbursing funds according to program or policy guidelines
- Ability to maintain client confidentiality
- Experience interpreting, applying or explaining legislation, regulations or policies
- Experience using Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word, Excel and Outlook (or compatible programs)
- Clear and concise English verbal communication skills
- Effective English written communication skills
Desired:
- Knowledge of The Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA) and The Personal Health Information Act (PHIA)
- Knowledge of various community programs and social services
- Ability to communicate verbally and in writing in French
Conditions of Employment:
- Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
- Must be able to provide a satisfactory Criminal Record Check including Vulnerable Sector Search
- Must be able to provide satisfactory Child Abuse and Adult Abuse Registry Checks
Advertisement # 45505
Talent Acquisition
Human Resource Services
600-259 Portage Avenue
Winnipeg, MB, R3B 2A9
Phone: 204-945-7518
Fax: 204-945-0601
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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