Financial Worker

SP1 Social Services Worker (SP) Series 1

Regular/full-time

Department of Families

Regional Social Services, Community Services and Supports

Winnipeg MB

Advertisement Number: 45512

Salary(s): SP1 $52,295.00 - $62,508.00 per year

Closing Date: August 4, 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. Applicants are requested to self-declare at the time of application.

An eligibility list may be created for future regular or term positions and will remain in effect for 12 months.

Candidates who do not meet all essential criteria may be considered on an underfill basis at a commensurate rate of pay.

The Department of Families is seeking to fill SP1 Financial Worker positions within our Employment and Income Assistance Community Area offices and our Manitoba Supports for Persons with Disabilities program.

To be considered for this competition candidates are required to submit the Application Form for screening, along with your resume, to the Public Service Commission by email ([email protected]), quoting competition number 45512 and the position title in the subject line. See below for further instructions.

***CLICK HERE TO ACCESS THE APPLICATION SCREENING FORM***

Duties:




The Perks Administrator(Financial Worker) functions as a member of a team providing Income Assistance supports and services to low-income Manitobans. The incumbent communicates regularly with clients, agencies, and other stakeholders by telephone, in writing, or in person to gather required information, respond to inquiries or explain policies and eligibility guidelines. The incumbent calculates, processes, and issues benefits in accordance with the Manitoba Assistance Act and the Disability Support Act.

Qualifications:
Essential:

- Experience assessing and verifying information to determine eligibility to a program or for services
- Experience working with people from diverse backgrounds (persons with disabilities, persons who are financially and/or socially disadvantaged, newcomers and/or different cultures
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with the public, program participants, staff and/or external agencies
- Strong organizational skills including ability to prioritize tasks, work under pressure with accuracy in an environment with competing demands
- Experience with disbursing funds according to program or policy guidelines
- Ability to maintain client confidentiality
- Experience interpreting, applying or explaining legislation, regulations or policies
- Experience using Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word,



Excel and Outlook (or compatible programs)
- Clear and concise English verbal communication skills
- Effective English written communication skills

Desired:

- Knowledge of The Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA) and The Personal Health Information Act (PHIA)
- Knowledge of various community programs and social services
- Ability to communicate verbally and in writing in French

Conditions of Employment:

- Must be legally entitled to work in Canada

- Must be able to provide a satisfactory Criminal Record Check including Vulnerable Sector Search
- Must be able to provide satisfactory Child Abuse and Adult Abuse Registry Checks

Apply to:

Advertisement # 45512

Talent Acquisition

Human Resource Services

600-259 Portage Avenue

Winnipeg, MB, R3B 2A9

Phone: (phone hidden)

Fax: (phone hidden)

Email: [email protected]

Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process. When applying to this position, please indicate the advertisement number and position title in the subject line and/or body of your email. Your cover letter, resumé and/or application must clearly indicate how you meet the qualifications.

Please be advised that job competitions for represented positions may be grieved by internal represented applicants. Should a selection grievance be filed, information from the competition file will be provided to the grievor's representative. Personal information irrelevant to the grievance and other information protected under legislation will be redacted.

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

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