Position Overview
Under the direction of the Manager, the incumbent is responsible for:

Primarily providing support specifically for the men who were switched at birth in Norway House and their relatives and spouses. This position would also support clients who travel regularly from northern communities to Winnipeg.

Providing professional, skilled psychosocial assessment and interventions to individuals, families, and groups; offering interventions that help clients cope with health-related issues and navigate the healthcare system effectively; demonstrating leadership to assist the healthcare team in completing transitions; relieving co‑workers due to illness, vacation, and professional development.

Participating as a member of the healthcare team, interpreting social, psychological, emotional and family problems; maintaining excellent relationships with team members; engaging in team planning and problem‑solving; performing administrative functions as required; and may assist in instruction to students and recent staff.

Experience
Two years recent and relevant experience preferred.

Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work (BSW) from a Canadian Association for Social Work Education (CASWE) accredited school/faculty, or a provincially authorized post‑secondary program, or the approved equivalent if internationally educated.

Certification and Licensure

Must be registered with Manitoba College of Social Workers.

May be required to hold a valid Manitoba driver’s license and have access to a reliable vehicle.

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)



training requirements shall be in accordance with employer policy.

Qualifications & Skills

Ability to establish and maintain good interpersonal relationships.

Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to work cooperatively with other disciplines and demonstrate professional judgment and initiative.

Willingness to adapt to new concepts, techniques and best practices in the academic and clinical fields of healthcare.

Understanding of health and social welfare systems.

Ability to practice independently and with minimum supervision.

Demonstrated strong commitment to the profession of social work and adherence to the Canadian Association of Social Work (CASW) Code of Ethics and Manitoba College of Social Workers Standards of Practice.

Organization in the workplace and determination of clear priorities.

Computer literacy.

Physical Requirements

May encounter aggressive and/or agitated clients, visitors or staff.

May be exposed to infectious diseases, blood and body fluids, toxic substances, noise, allergens, and physical as well as emotional stress.

May occasionally be required to work extended hours.

May be required to work a variety of shifts, including but not limited to days,



evenings, and weekends.

Additional Information
The WRHA recognizes the importance of building an exemplary health care labour force that is inclusive and reflective of the population it serves.

THIS IS A DESIGNATED INDIGENOUS COMPETITION, OPEN TO INDIGENOUS APPLICANTS. Applicants are required to self‑declare, and those selected for an interview may be asked to provide references and will be asked to answer interview questions related to the designation. This process will apply to both internal and external candidates.

The position is a term position that may end earlier as outlined in the collective agreement.

This position requires a current satisfactory Criminal Records Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search), Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check as conditions of employment. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred. A security check is considered current if obtained no more than six (6) months prior to the start of employment.

Interviewed candidates may be called upon to participate in a skills assessment. Any application received after the closing time will not be included in the competition.

We welcome applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request during the assessment and selection process.

Indigenous applicants are encouraged to apply and to voluntarily self‑identify as being of Indigenous descent in their cover letter or application.

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📌 Social Worker BSW - Northern Connection Medical Centre - Repost (Manitoba)
🏢 Winnipeg Regional Health Authority (WRHA)
📍 Manitoba