ASSESSMENT OFFICER

SP4 Social Services Worker 4
Regular/full-time
Department of Families
Provincial Services, Community Services and Supports
Winnipeg MB
Advertisement Number: 44447
Salary(s): SP4 $64,210.00 - $91,312.00 per year
Closing Date: September 11, 2025
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.
Candidates who do not meet all essential criteria may be considered on an underfill basis at a commensurate rate of pay.
An eligibility list may be established to fill similar regular and term positions and will remain in effect for up to 12 months.
Department of Families is seeking a qualified candidate to fill the position of Assessment Officer, within The Disability and Health Supports Unit (DHSU). DHSU is a provincial government unit dedicated to assessing requests for medical equipment, supplies and diet/nutritional supplements for individuals enrolled in the Employment and Income Assistance, Manitoba Supports for Persons with Disabilities Children’s disABILITY Services and Community Living disABILITY Services programs.

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
• Must be able to provide and maintain a satisfactory Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search
• Must be able to provide and maintain a satisfactory Child Abuse Registry Check
• Must be able to provide and maintain a satisfactory Adult Abuse Registry Check
• Must have a valid Full Class 5 Manitoba driver’s licence, access to a vehicle and the ability to travel within the Province of Manitoba for government business

Qualifications:

Essential

• Post secondary degree in Social Sciences or Health Sciences field. An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may also be considered.
• Case management experience in a social service or health service setting (including performing assessments, service planning, service coordination, monitoring and evaluation).
• Experience in determining program eligibility and explaining legislation, policies and procedures to a diverse client group.
• Knowledge of disability and health related resources and equipment needs.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to work under pressure, and manage multiple priorities in tight time frames.
• Experience performing negotiations between multiple stakeholders, such as funding, costs, services etc.
• Strong written communication skills with the ability to write correspondence and detailed reports for a variety of audiences
• Effective verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and Outlook) or similar software applications.

Desired

• Knowledge of Employment & Income Assistance Act & Regulation, Childrens disAbility Services, Community Living disABILITY Services and Manitoba Supports for Persons with Disabilities

Duties:
Reporting to the Manager, Disability and Health Supports Unit, the Assessment Officer is responsible for the performance of highly complex, specialized and administrative work to ensure the efficient and effective assessment and administration of medical equipment and supplies to individuals eligible under the Employment and Income Assistance (EIA), Manitoba Supports for Persons with Disabilities (MSPD), Childrens disABILITY (CDS) and Community Living disABILITY (CLDS) program. The responsibilities are performed within the context of organizational and policy constraints involving comprehensive knowledge of operational procedures, policies, legislation and procedures in consultation with case managers, health professionals and other stakeholders. The Assessment Officer has direct responsibility for the authorization of expenditures and renders decisions for various medical equipment and supplies. The Assessment Officer performs a critical role in keeping the supervisor and management team apprised of: current pressures on existing programs, trends in technological advancements in the field of medical equipment, innovative treatment protocols, user uptake, consumer satisfaction, contracted services, and issues that may suggest the need for regional training for the purpose of planning and budgeting. This position responds to inquiries from clients, health professionals, staff and other stakeholders.

Please refer the Job description for details