FINANCIAL WORKER

SP1 Social Services Worker 1
Regular/full-time
Department of Families
Rural & Northern Services - Northern Region, Community Service Delivery
The Pas MB
Advertisement Number: 44483
Salary(s): SP1 $50,763.00 - $60,692.00 per year Plus remoteness allowance and northern wage premium, if applicable.
Closing Date: September 1, 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 competition is designated for Indigenous people. Only applicants who self-declare at the time of application will be eligible for further consideration.
An eligibility list may be created to fill similar full-time and part-time, regular and term positions in the Northern Region for 12 months.
Candidates who do not meet all essential criteria may be considered on an underfill basis at a commensurate rate of pay.
To be considered for this competition, candidates must submit a resume and cover letter (in Word or fillable PDF format only) to the Public Service Commission by email at govjobs@gov.mb.ca. Please indicate the advertisement number and the position title in the subject line.
The Department of Families is seeking a qualified individual to fill the Financial Worker position in The Pas, Manitoba.
The EIA program is a program of last resort that provides financial and other assistance to eligible Manitobans who have no other way to support themselves or their families.
The Manitoba government provides a comprehensive compensation and benefits package for its employees which includes extended health care, health spending account, dental care, vision care, long term disability insurance, group life insurance, maternity/paternity and parental leave, family related leave and a defined pension plan. The Manitoba government is also committed to supporting the development of its employees through training and career development opportunities. Northern Region positions located in The Pas also benefit from Remoteness Allowance and a Northern Wage Premium.

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
• Must provide and maintain a satisfactory Criminal Record Check including Vulnerable Sector Search
• Must provide and maintain a satisfactory Child Abuse Registry Check
• Must provide and maintain a satisfactory Adult Abuse Registry Check
• Must have a valid full stage Class 5 driver’s licence and the ability to travel within the Province of Manitoba
• Must be available to work evenings, weekends and statutory holidays on occasion

Qualifications:

Essential:

• Experience performing clerical and administrative duties, including the ability to assess and verify information to determine eligibility for a program or services.
• Excellent decision-making skills and judgement skills to distribute public funds.
• Experience working with individuals from diverse social, cultural, educational and financial backgrounds.
• Experience interpreting, applying or explaining legislation, regulations or policies.
• Clear and concise English verbal communication skills.
• Excellent English written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills including ability to prioritize tasks, work under pressure with accuracy in an environment with competing demands.
• Experience working with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and Outlook) or similar software applications.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with the public, program participants, staff and/or agencies.
• Ability to maintain client confidentiality.

Desired:

• Knowledge of the Employment and Income Assistance Program.
• Knowledge of local community resources available to Northern Manitobans.

Duties:
The Financial Worker functions as a member of a case management team responsible for providing Employment and Income Assistance program services. Major activities include: calculates financial need and issues benefits in accordance with the Employment and Income Assistance Act, regulations and policies. There is written and verbal communication with program participants and others in the public and private sectors.

Please refer the Job description for details