Child and Caregiver Support Worker

The Opportunity

We are looking for dynamic individuals who are devoted to helping others and improving the lives and well-being of children and families to join our team as Child and Caregiver Support Workers to fill permanent positions in the Regina office and area. This competition will be used as an eligibility list to fill future vacancies.

In this position, you will provide a range of services designed to provide protective, preventative, and support services to children and their families using the P.R.I.D.E. model and the Family Centered Case Management Model of practice.

You will also:

• Develop and maintain open, honest working relationships and encourage teamwork with clients, foster families, biological families, collateral agencies, and colleagues within the unit and community.
• Identify, and prioritize referrals for service, develop appropriate intervention plans, consult with professionals as needed, and complete documentation in accordance with professional practice standards.
• Apply knowledge of multicultural beliefs and values, with particular emphasis on First Nations and Métis perspectives.
• Apply understanding of poverty, systemic barriers, and socio‑economic issues and their impact on individuals and families.
• Advocate on behalf of clients to ensure access to services and resources, remove barriers to independence, and promote overall well‑being.

• Assesses and determine suitability and approval of caregivers through interviews of applicants, their children, reference checks and applicable screening criteria.
• Counsels approved caregivers regarding suitability of placements and specific needs of children in care.
• Provides assessment, counselling and appropriate referral services to foster/adoptive parents, and extended family.
• Monitoring services being provided by support, community and/or other monitoring agencies.
• Establishes long term plans and goals for caregivers who are caring for Wards of the Minister.
• Composes extensive written documentation for purposes of recording caregiver history, case management, and ensuring caregivers meet and maintain caregiver standards.
• Maintains contact with caregivers regarding all matters relating to their home and children in care; including safety and emotional needs, ensuring financial maintenance, resolving problems by mediating, teaching problem resolution skills, and enhancing parenting techniques.

Job Capabilities:

As a public servant, we are seeking someone who:

• Is accountable, takes ownership of their work by contributing to organizational outcomes and demonstrates the corporate values in our Commitment to Excellence.
• Is innovative and seeks out ways for improvement by thinking creatively, identifying new ideas and taking responsible risks.
• Works collaboratively with others to understand, engage and have meaningful dialogue to achieve work outcomes.
• Is inclusive, identifies and is aware of personal bias, and readily seeks out and appreciates diverse perspectives.
• Is adaptable, continuously learns from experience and applies those learnings to new situations.
• Focuses on achieving public service excellence.

Technical Knowledge and Skills:

To qualify for this position, you will possess a Bachelor of Social Work or Bachelor of Indigenous Social Work degree from an accredited university, as approved by the SASW/CASW or CASWE; OR a Human Service Degree plus relevant related experience; OR a Social Work Certificate plus relevant related experience. All out-of-country education must be accredited for Canadian equivalency.

Human Service Degrees include a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology and/or Psychology, Education, Human Justice, or Indigenous Studies or a Bachelor of Science in Nursing/Psychiatric Nursing plus relevant related work experience.

Successful candidates must be legally eligible to operate a vehicle in Saskatchewan, and you must be able to lift and carry up to 20 kg. You will be required to travel, work flexible hours that may include evenings or weekends, and transport children (or parents).

While the representation of Indigenous staff within the Ministry of Social Services has been prioritized, all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

Candidates must clearly indicate in their cover letter or resume where they have acquired their knowledge and skills. The selection of candidates will be assessed based on this information and only those requested to interview will be contacted.

Job Skills:

• Communication (Level C)
• Critical Thinking (Level C)
• Digital Skills (Level B)
• Interacting with Others (Level C)
• Navigating Ambiguity (Level B)
• Managing Self (Level C)
• Health, Safety and Wellness (Level A)
• Data Literacy (Level C)
• Influence (Level C)
• Political and Organizational Awareness (Level B)

Learn more about the Government of Saskatchewan’s Capabilities and Skills Framework here.

What We Offer:

• Dynamic and challenging work
• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits package including pension
• Vacation, scheduled days off, and other types of leave
• Inclusive work environments
• Career growth, development, and advancement opportunities
• Flexible work arrangements

Our Commitment to Excellence:

The Government of Saskatchewan upholds deep-rooted values of Respect and Integrity, Serving Citizens, Excellence and Innovation, and Acting as One Team.

The Ministry of Social Services supports vulnerable people and families as they build a better quality of life.

We help people with their immediate needs and provide supports for: families to safely care for their children, children and youth in care to be successful, people with disabilities to access community-based services, access to affordable housing, and income assistance to meet people’s basic needs as they work to become self-sufficient to the best of their abilities.

Together with Indigenous and community partners, we work to make a positive difference in the lives of our clients every day.

The Government of Saskatchewan provides the services, programs and supports the people of Saskatchewan need. We deliver on the Saskatchewan Plan for Growth to build a strong economy, strong communities and strong families, ultimately building a stronger Saskatchewan. Dedicated to service excellence, we demonstrate innovation, collaboration and transparency, practice effective and accountable use of resources and promote engagement and leadership at all levels.