Emergency Duty Worker

Emergency Duty Worker

Ministry of Social Services

Location: Centre Region / Saskatoon

Center Service Area (covering the communities of Saskatoon, North Battleford, Lloydminster, Rosetown, and surrounding areas), requires Emergency Duty Workers for the community of Saskatoon to fill permanent part-time positions. The Emergency Duty Workers will be responsible for providing after-hours emergency services to families. This role will report to a Child and Family Supervisor. There are no guaranteed hours for this position. The hours will vary depending on the frequency of emergency callouts that the employee receives.

In this position, you will investigate child abuse/neglect referrals, assess risk for child safety, be on a regular rotation for after-hours emergency services, and determine involvement and safety plans for families in crisis. Furthermore, you will be required to transport families and provide emergency aid to individuals in financial need. You will be to work outside regular office hours; including evenings/overnights, weekends and statutory holidays. This position is on call and part-time hours are not guaranteed.

You must possess a strong knowledge of human services-related policies, practices and procedures. Typically, the knowledge and skills required for this position would be obtained through a diploma or degree in a Human services-related field and/or experience working in a human service setting.

The successful candidates must be legally eligible to operate a vehicle in Saskatchewan. You will be required to lift, carry, and transport small children, as well as travel distances within and outside the service area.

Candidates must clearly indicate in their cover letter or resume where they have acquired their knowledge, skills, and abilities. The selection of candidates will be assessed based on this information.

This competition will be used to create an eligibility list that will be valid for up to 6 months and will be used to staff current and future opportunities.

“While the representation of Indigenous staff within the Ministry of Social Services has been prioritized, all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. All candidate applications will be reviewed and only those requested to interview will be contacted.”

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