CFS Program and Leading Practice Specialist

CFS Program and Leading Practice Specialist

SP6 Social Services Worker 6

Regular/full-time

Department of Families

Community Service Delivery, Winnipeg Child and Family Services

Winnipeg MB

Advertisement Number: 45797

Salary(s): SP6 $92,315.00 - $115,124.00 per year

Closing Date: November 27, 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 visible minorities. Applicants are requested to self-declare at the time of application.

An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 6 months.

Reporting to the Service Director of Winnipeg Child and Family Services (WCFS), the Program and Leading Practice Specialist assists in managing and delivering of the activities provided by the Child and Family Services (CFS) component of the Community Service Delivery Division. The Program and Leading Practice Specialist is responsible for providing support, mentoring and training to the managers, professional and related staff who deliver the range of programs and services through the WCFS service delivery system.

Duties:
The Program and Leading Practice Specialist provides advice, direction, consultation and leading practice training, mentoring (case specific, organizational and financial) to staff, supervisors and related field staff on all matters pertaining to the CFS programs and its relationships to other front line services. This includes maintaining up-to-date knowledge on best practice and the ability to develop and update training based on evidence informed practice. The incumbent must be knowledgeable on all programs and services delivered by the region and must have in-depth comprehensive knowledge of CFS practice, standards and legislation. The Program and Leading Practice Specialist is responsible for assisting regional and program staff in ensuring that provincial programs and their concomitant services are delivered equitably and in an effective fashion. This position must also assist management/executive and program staff in evaluating service effectiveness and making recommendations regarding policy development.

Qualifications:
Essential:

• BSW or MSW plus extensive experience working in child welfare and in a supervisory capacity. Other equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered
• Directly related experience in a leadership role providing consultation and guidance to all levels of the organization
• Extensive supervisory experience in assigning tasks and duties, performance and attendance management, while working in a rapidly changing and complex team environment
• Extensive experience interpreting and applying the Child and Family Services Act, Child and Family Services Authority Act, Adoption Act, regulations, and provincial policies
• Proficiency in the application of the Practice Model and the Structured Decision Making tools
• Experience and understanding of Quality Assurance/Continuous Quality Improvement processes and techniques as they apply to best practices in child and family services
• Leadership experience with coaching, mentoring, and training staff as well as providing advice on the Practice Model (including Structured Decision Model), Provincial Standards and best practice for both case specific and across agency programs
• Effective interpersonal skills and the ability to establish working relationships with both internal and external stakeholders
• Experience in developing training curriculum, policies and procedures
• Strong verbal communication skills
• Effective written communication skills
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage projects, meet timelines and balance competing priorities
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint) Child and Family Services Information System (CFIS) and Intake Module (IM)
• Strong presentation and facilitation skills

• Experience with forecasting/estimating and accounting for the financial and related resources associated with the delivery of the Department’s programs and services

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada

• Ability to obtain and maintain a satisfactory Criminal Record Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search)
• Ability to obtain and maintain satisfactory Child Abuse and Adult Abuse Registry Checks
• Must possess and maintain a full Class 5 Manitoba Driver's licence
• Access to a vehicle for work purposes and ability to travel throughout Winnipeg and surrounding areas

Why Work for Manitoba Government?
The Manitoba government values its employees, recognizing the important role that each person plays in delivering exceptional services, programs and support to the province. Your important contributions are recognized with a comprehensive package of benefits, including an attractive salary, pension plan, health and wellness benefits, and other supports to encourage work-life balance.

Financial Security
• Attractive salaries
• Defined pension plan
• Life insurance coverage
• Long-Term Disability Plan

Benefit Plan
• Employer paid health care benefits including health, dental and vision
• Extended health care for services such as physiotherapy, chiropractor, massages, acupuncture and more
• Annual health spending account for eligible employees

Commitment to Health and Wellness
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Paid time-off including sick leave, wellness days and family related leave days
• Flexible work arrangements for eligible positions
• Generous vacation entitlements, increasing with years of service
• Parental, maternity, and adoptive leave options

Professional Growth & Development
We want our employees to thrive and grow and are committing to investing in their development. We offer multiple avenues of support such as inhouse training, educational assistance and leadership development programs to help achieve these goals.

Organizational Culture and Values
The Manitoba government is committed to a work environment and culture that values and recognizes every employee. When we look at Manitoba’s Public Service, we see a reflection of Manitoba’s diversity. We come from differing educational, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds and work in a wide array of jobs across the province, we are all public servants.

Impact on Manitoba’s Future
By working for Manitoba’s Public Service, you have the unique opportunity to use your time to serve the land, communities, and the people of Manitoba. You can leave a lasting mark that will impact both current and future generations.

Apply to:

Advertisement # 45797

Talent Acquisition

Human Resource Services

600-259 Portage Avenue

Winnipeg, MB, R3B 2A9

Phone: 204-945-7518

Fax: 204-945-0601

Email: [email protected]

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We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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