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100921 - Emergency Duty Worker
@ Government of Saskatchewan
Estevan, Saskatchewan
Overview
The Government of Saskatchewan is hiring Emergency Duty Workers on term, on-call rotational shifts in Estevan and area to provide after-hours emergency services to children, families and vulnerable individuals. The work covers assessing needs, interviewing clients, documenting cases and responding to safety concerns, with evening, weekend and holiday availability and independent travel required.
Responsibilities:
- Assess client and family needs
- Interview individuals and families and document case information
- Develop and monitor case plans
- Coordinate community resources and advocate for services
- Respond to safety concerns after hours
Requirements summary:
- Diploma or degree in a human services field and/or relevant experience
- Valid Saskatchewan driver's licence
- Ability to lift and carry children up to 20 kg
- Availability for evenings, weekends and holidays
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills
Source and dates
Job-board feed · saskjobs
- Employer posting date
- 2026-11-09
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-10
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-10
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Social & community services |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Schedule | evening, holidays, weekends |
| Travel | air: none · ground: moderate |
| Work setting | Client sites, Office |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · lift 44 lb · computer moderate |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Saskatchewan driver's licence |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Education | College diploma (preferred), Bachelor’s degree (preferred) |
| Fields of study | Human services |
| Perks mentioned | Flexible hours |
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Government of Saskatchewan
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Full company description
Welcome to the Government of Saskatchewan’s LinkedIn Page! This page has information about our current career opportunities, who our teams are, and why we are the choice for your next career adventure. When you join the Government of Saskatchewan Public Service, you’ll be part of a community that values diversity, innovation, and collaboration. We are one of the largest employers in Saskatchewan, offering diverse and fulfilling opportunities that enable you to make a difference in our province and in the lives of our residents. With approximately 12,000 employees in locations throughout the province, we are committed to building a stronger Saskatchewan for current and future generations. Visit https://www.saskatchewan.ca/careers page to explore more ways of connecting with us.
- LinkedIn followers
- 72,792
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 6,353
- Reported office locations
- 2405 Legislative Drive, Regina, Saskatchewan S4S 0B3, CA
- Business categories
- Association
- Government
- Travel
- Regional Agencies
- Government and public administration
- Other recorded names
- Government of Saskatchewan
- Government of Saskatchewan - Career Portal
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 0
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Welcome to the Government of Saskatchewan’s LinkedIn Page! This page has information about our current career opportunities, who our teams are, and why we are the choice for your next career adventure. When you join the Government of Saskatchewan Public Service, you’ll be part of a community that values diversity, innovation, and collaboration. We are one of the largest employers in Saskatchewan, offering diverse…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Government Administration |
| Company size | 10,001+ employees |
| Headquarters | Regina, Saskatchewan |
| Organization type | Government Agency |
| Year founded | 1905 |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 166 |
| View page |
Description
The Ministry of Social Services is seeking Emergency Duty Workers for term positions in Estevan and area. This on-call, rotational role provides after-hours emergency services to children, families and vulnerable individuals. The ministry offers meaningful work supporting Saskatchewan families, competitive pay, inclusive workplaces, career development opportunities and flexible work arrangements.
The ideal candidate is accountable, collaborative and adaptable, with a commitment to public service excellence. They can build effective relationships with clients, families, colleagues and community partners, demonstrate cultural awareness, including knowledge of First Nations and Mtis perspectives, and understand the effects of poverty, systemic barriers and socio-economic challenges on individuals and families.
Candidates must have knowledge of human services policies, practices and procedures, typically gained through a diploma or degree in a human services-related field and/or relevant experience in a human services setting. Strong communication, critical thinking, interpersonal and problem-solving skills are required, along with the ability to exercise sound judgment and respond effectively in crisis situations.
Responsibilities include assessing client and family needs, interviewing individuals and families, documenting case information, developing and monitoring case plans, coordinating community resources, advocating for access to services and responding to safety concerns. The role requires independent travel throughout rural and urban communities, a valid Saskatchewan driver's licence, the ability to transport children or parents when required, the ability to lift and carry small children up to 20 kg, and availability for evenings, weekends and holidays.
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