Job Order Detail

Description

The Ministry of Social Services, Child & Family Programs, North Service Area, requires 2 Emergency Duty Workers for the Meadow Lake office. The Emergency Duty Worker will be responsible to provide after-hours emergency services including transportation of children and youth. This role will report to a Child and Family Supervisor.

In this position, you will investigate child abuse/neglect referrals, assess risk for child safety, be on a regular rotation for after-hours emergency services, and determine involvement and safety plans for families in crisis. Furthermore, you will be required to transport families and provide emergency aid to individuals in financial need. You will also be required to travel, work flexible hours, and lift and carry small children.

You must possess a strong knowledge of human services related policies, practices and procedures. Typically, the knowledge and skills required for this position would be obtained through a diploma or degree in a Human Services related field and/or experience working in a human service setting.  

The successful candidate must be legally eligible to operate a vehicle in Saskatchewan and will be required to work flexible hours.

This competition will be used for new vacancies that arise.

Candidates must clearly indicate in their cover letter or resume where they have acquired their knowledge, skills, and abilities. Selection of candidates will be assessed based on this information.