manitobachiefs
Case Manager - FNFAO - Competition 2026-88
- Compensation
- Not disclosed
- Location
- Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
- Work setup
- Onsite
- Seniority
- Not specified
- Employment
- Full time
- Experience
- 5+ years
- Category
- Not specified
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- Certificate from a recognized post-secondary institution or an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience working in the Manitoba Child and Family Services system.
- Knowledge of First Nation issues related to the child welfare system and health services.
- Strong knowledge of the Child and Family Services system, policies, laws and regulations, standards and recent legal and regulatory developments.
- Experience working with and in First Nations.
- Knowledge of First Nation issues related to the child welfare, justice, education and healthcare systems.
- Excellent verbal, written, inter-personal communication skill.
- Strong problem solving and organizational skills.
- Excellent time management skills.
- Knowledge of management, organizational and planning principles.
- Proficient use of Microsoft Office software including Word, Excel and Outlook.
- Able to work flexible hours and travel upon request.
- Must have a current satisfactory Criminal Record Check, and Clear Child Abuse Checks
- Possess a valid Class 5F Driver’s License and vehicle and able to travel upon request.
Full description
Competition # 2026-088
Category: Full Time - Term
Closing: Open Until Filled
Position Summary
Under the direction of the Director of Children and Families, the Case Manager will provide advocacy support to help First Nations families navigating the Child and Family Services system who are eligible for reunification. The Case Manager will work with families to develop a Brave Path that will empower parents/caregivers to identify short and long-term goals to work toward bringing their children home.
Key Responsibilities
- Participate in a weekly case conference, meetings and community outreach activities.
- Ensure confidentiality and compliance with program policies and procedures.
- Must have a strong understanding of First Nations' culture policies, and the services available to the client.
- Remind new clients of the Terms of Service Agreement.
- Establish effective working relationships with collaterals and parents/caregivers to support the reunification process.
- Advocate for meaningful contact between parents/caregivers and children to improve the relationship and strengthen the family bond.
- Maintain up-to-date records of client files
- Connect families to internal and external resources to improve mental health and wellness, build on parenting skills, and to help parents/caregivers
- Facilitate ongoing assessments to ensure that families are on track throughout the reunification process.
- Provide added support to parents involved in the Justice System by attending court proceedings, and liaising with crown counsel and lawyers.
- Adhere to office policies and procedures, and confidentiality.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Certificate from a recognized post-secondary institution or an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience working in the Manitoba Child and Family Services system.
- Knowledge of First Nation issues related to the child welfare system and health services.
- Strong knowledge of the Child and Family Services system, policies, laws and regulations, standards and recent legal and regulatory developments.
- Experience working with and in First Nations.
- Knowledge of First Nation issues related to the child welfare, justice, education and healthcare systems.