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 to fill term positions. 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. There are no guaranteed hours for this position.  The hours will vary depending on the frequency of emergency call outs that the employee receives.  

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.