Abuse Investigator

Peguis Child and Family Services
Job Posting

Competition No. 0530-2022
Position: Abuse Investigator

Salary: Based on Experience
Department: Child and Family Services

Location: WINNIPEG Outreach Office
Date Posted: May 30, 2022
Closing Date: Friday June 17, 2022 @ 5:00pm

HOW TO APPLY: Send resume and cover letter along with all checks (stipulated below) to:

EMAIL: HR@peguiscfs.org
FAX: (204) 632-7226 PHONE: (204) 632-5404

All applicants will be subject to satisfactory criminal records, child and adult abuse registry and prior contact checks. Please cite
the competition number and position in the subject line when submitting by email or fax. We thank all who apply, however, only
those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. First Nation applicants are encouraged to self-identify as being of
First Nations descent.

BACKGROUND INFORMATION
Peguis Child & Family Services is mandated to provide programs, services to Peguis First Nation Members that protect children,
promote family wellness, and strengthen the community, as per Honouring our Children, Families and Nation Act.

OUR MISSION
The Agency’s mission is to provide Child and Family Services to our members that request services wherever they may
reside in Canada.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Position core competencies include: self-motivating, providing culturally appropriate services to children and their families, effective

communication, decision making, inter-agency collaboration, organizational ability, stress tolerance, and ability to form positive
relationships with clients and collaterals.

• Knowledge of the Child and Family Services Information System and Intake Module (CFSIS/IM). Case management according to

standards surrounding child abuse investigations.

• Complete thorough risk assessment and to implement safety plans for clients.
• Ability to handle crisis situations in an appropriate manner, assessing situations which may require an immediate response.
• Excellent organizational, computer, oral and written communication skills with ability to work effectively under pressure independently

and in a team environment setting.

• Conduct global and forensic interviews involving allegations of child maltreatment.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge of substance abuse, family violence, child abuse/neglect and what community resources are available/required.
• Demonstrate organizational, time management, problem-solving and interpersonal skills with excellent verbal and written communication

skills. Possess exceptional crisis intervention and risk assessment skills.

• Knowledge of collateral services/community resources and how to access is required.
• Proficiency in computers – specifically Mac Operating System; Microsoft Office; knowledge of the Child and Family Services Information

System (CFSIS) Maintain a high degree of professionalism, courteousness, and friendliness.

• Knowledge of Peguis First Nation’s Legislation “Honouring Our Children, Families and Nation Act”

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of two years’ experience in the field of Child and Family Services or equivalent social services field.
• Bachelor of Social Work Degree; alternatively, a Post-secondary degree in a related field with at least 2 years direct CFS experience

may be considered.

• Registration (RSW) with the Manitoba College of Social Workers is an asset.
• Child and Family Services Information System (CFSIS), and the Intake Module (IM) System experience is an asset.
• Valid class 5 driver’s license and a vehicle with $2,000,000.00 liability insurance is a requirement for this position.

We thank all candidates for their interest however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.