METIS SPIRIT WORKER

Mtis Child, Family & Community Services (MCFCS)Agencyis a mandated child and family services agency with the responsibility to administer and manage culturally appropriate community-based child protection and support services for Mtis and Inuit people in Manitoba.Wehave launched and expanded on some very important initiatives that have benefited those who need assistance to be able to move forward in their lives in a better, healthier way. Come join our progressive agency to work alongside families.

METIS SPIRIT WORKER

Full-Time 18 Month Term Position

Competition #: MCFCS-MSW.2026.008

Hours of Work: 7.25 hours per day some evenings and weekends

Classification: HS1 $26.79 - $36.50 per hour

Location: Winnipeg, MB

The Metis Spirit Worker (MSW) is responsible for the service delivery and coordination of Metis Child, Family and Community Services (MCFCS) Agencys Metis Spirit Program, for mentoring and coaching youth in care and Young Adults on AYA/SYA to practice and achieve the skills necessary to live successfully on their own, for providing individual counselling, connecting young adults with community-based supports, group programming, and completing administrative and reporting requirements.

Main areas of Key Responsibilities and Activities

• Provide support services to young adults
• Work in close collaboration with agency workers, Mazoun staff and other significant individuals involved with youth
• Complete all reporting requirements
• Coordinate and facilitate group programs

Education and Experience

• Post-Secondary degree, diploma or certificate in Social Sciences
• Three years experience working with youth and/or young adults
• Experiential knowledge of being in care an asset
• Experience in programming, co-facilitating and conducting group work conferences/seminars
• Experience working with Metis people

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Working knowledge of all Provincial programs by the Employment and Income Assistance, Housing, Employment Agencies, Educational Institutions and Employers to make appropriate referrals
• Familiarity of community resources available to youth and young adults, including MMF programs and services available
• Ability to help youth with their MMF Citizenship application
• Ability to maintain highly sensitive and confidential information
• Ability to work cooperatively within a team environment
• Familiarity with the Strength Based approach
• Capacity to work independently and as part of a team
• Crisis intervention skills/techniques
• Computer skills using Microsoft Office, Word, Excel and PowerPoint

Before commencing employment, the successful applicant will be asked to provide a satisfactory Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search, Child Abuse Registry Check, Prior Contact Check and a Drivers Abstract upon hire at their own expense. A valid Manitoba drivers license and the use of a personal vehicle are requisites as travel within and outside the city is required.

MCFCS offers a supportive and progressive work environment, competitive salaries, an excellent benefits package and training opportunities.

We thank all who apply; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Preference will be given to qualified Indigenous applicants. All are encouraged to self-declare.

Deadline for Applications: 4:00 pm, Monday June 8, 2026