WEST REGION CHILD & FAMILY SERVICES, INC.
Invites applications for the position of
ALTERNATE CARE WORKER
DAUPHIN SUB OFFICE

Reporting to the Alternate Care Supervisor, the worker will be responsible for performing a variety of duties within
the Alternate Care Unit. This position and is based out of the Dauphin Sub office.

Duties will include:
▪ Foster home recruitment and development
▪ Foster home orientation
▪ Foster Parent training, workshops, and education
▪ Repatriation (intake)
▪ Identify and develop a network of Alternative Care resources, both regular and specialized
▪ Network and support to foster homes

Qualifications:
▪ BSW with at least two years related experience preferably in First Nations Child & Family Services. An
equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered.
▪ Must have a strong commitment to community based service delivery
▪ Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills
▪ Must have demonstrated interpersonal skills
▪ Must be able to work as part of a team
▪ Knowledge of and appreciation for Ojibway culture and First Nations aspirations are essential.
▪ The ability to speak Ojibway would be considered an asset
▪ Good administrative and organizational skills
▪ Must have computer training and/or knowledge of Microsoft Office
▪ Be familiar with the Structured Decision Making Assessment tools, Intake Module & CFSIS is essential

WRCFS offers a supportive, progressive, and innovative work environment, competitive salaries, a great benefits
package and training opportunities. The successful applicant must provide WRCFS with a current Criminal Record
Check that includes a Vulnerable Sector Search, Child Abuse Registry check, Prior Contact check and Driver’s
Abstract prior to the commencement of employment. Travel is required. A valid driver’s license and access to
means of reliable transportation for work is a condition of employment

Public Health Guidelines will apply.

SALARY: Commensurate with experience and training and according to Provincial pay scale.

Please submit resumes to: Marie Lavallee, BSW, RSW
Alternate Care/GGK Supervisor
West Region Child & Family Services, Inc.
P.O. Box 280
Erickson, Manitoba R0J 0P0
Fax: (204) 622-5248

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: Tuesday March 7th, 2023

We thank all who apply, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.