Employment and Income Assistance Counsellor

**Employment and Income Assistance Counsellor**:
SP3 Social Services Worker 3

Regular/full-time

Department of Families

Regional Social Services, Community Services and Supports

Portage la Prairie MB

Advertisement Number: 43404

Salary(s): SP3 $56,569.00 - $74,650.00 per year

Closing Date: October 6, 2024

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).

An eligibility list may be created for similar full-time and part-time, term and regular positions in Portage La Prairie and will remain in effect for up to 12 months.

The Department of Families is seeking qualified individuals to fill Employment and Income Counsellor (SP3) position - regular position in Portage La Prairie, Manitoba.

The Manitoba Government has a comprehensive benefit package which includes extended health care, health spending account, dental care, vision care, long term disability insurance, group life insurance, maternity/paternity leave, family related leave, and a defined pension plan (some pension plans allow for portability between the Civil Service Superannuation Board and employers).

Conditions of Employment:

- Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
- Must have a valid driver's licence and the ability to travel within the Province of Manitoba
- Must be available to work evenings, weekends and statutory holidays on occasion
- Must provide and maintain a satisfactory Criminal Records Check with Vulnerable Sector Search
- Must provide and maintain a satisfactory Adult Abuse Registry Check
- Must provide and maintain a satisfactory Child Abuse Registry Check

Qualifications:
**Essential**:

- Post-secondary education in the social services field. This may include a certificate, diploma or degree.
- Related case management experience, including conducting interviews; providing supportive counselling, performing assessment, planning and service coordination. Other combinations of relevant education and experience may be considered at an underfill or commensurate classification and salary.
- Experience working with individuals/families from diverse backgrounds (cultural, financially disadvantaged, persons with disabilities, socially disadvantaged, newcomers, etc.) who may face multiple barriers and challenges such as addictions, mental illness, disability and employment.
- Excellent conflict management skills with the ability to act in a calm, assertive and respectful manner.
- Strong written communication skills.
- Effective verbal communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to demonstrate compassion, empathy and a non-judgemental approach.
- Experience working with and interpreting Legislation and policies in order to find solutions and ensure they are equitably applied.
- Excellent time management and organizational skills with the ability to set priorities and exercise initiative within a complex, fast-paced work environment with high-volume caseloads and competing demands.
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment with participants, other programs and external resources.

**Duties**:
The Counsellor occupies the forefront position in the provision of the Employment and Income Assistance program's services and has the authority to provide employment and financial supports to participants with the goal of achieving greater independence, based on their employment, financial, medical and social circumstances.

Major activities include: case management (i.e. assessing needs, intake, service planning and delivery, counseling); service coordination; developing independence through employment; and, liaising with all the levels of the private and public sector. Conducts activities based on knowledge and understanding of other health and social services programs.
- Advertisement # 43404
- Talent Acquisition
- Human Resource Services
- 600-259 Portage Avenue
- Winnipeg, MB, R3B 2A9
- Phone: 204-945-7518
- Fax: 204-945-0601

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