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Description

The Community Living Service Delivery branch of the Ministry of Social Services works with people with intellectual disabilities and helps them access a variety of community-based services. CLSD staff work to ensure that the physical, emotional, and social needs of people with intellectual disabilities are met and that they are able to live as independently as possible within their own communities.

To qualify for this rewarding position, a Bachelor of Social Work or a Bachelor of Indigenous Social Work and related experience is required. A valid driver's license is required as travel will be necessary.

We are looking for an energetic and empathetic individual devoted to supporting citizens in our community to join our team as a Community Services Worker for the North Service Area in the La Ronge office. In this role, you will support and empower the community to assist individuals with intellectual disabilities to live more independently and participate more fully in communities, as well as provide the opportunity to do work that is deeply meaningful and impactful in the lives of individuals and families in need.

As our successful candidate, you will:
- Have knowledge and demonstrate respect and understanding of multi-cultural beliefs, values, and perspectives with a particular emphasis on First Nations and Metis;
- Have knowledge of social issues such as diversity, poverty, systemic and socio-economic issues and how they impact of people;
- Have knowledge of social work principles, practices, theories, and intervention strategies;
- Have the ability to remain calm in conflict or stressful situations and be able to work with clients in a respectful manner;

The knowledge required for this position may be obtained through education. Education such as an undergraduate degree in Social Work, Indigenous Social Work and related experience.


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