CFS Program and Leading Practice Specialist

**CFS Program and Leading Practice Specialist** ----------------------------------------------- SP6 Social Services Worker 6 Regular/full-time Department of Families Community Service Delivery, Winnipeg Child and Family Services Winnipeg MB Advertisement Number: 45797 Salary(s): SP6 $92,315.00 - $115,124.00 per year Closing Date: November 27, 2026 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 and visible minorities. Applicants are requested to self-declare at the time of application. An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 6 months. Reporting to the Service Director of Winnipeg Child and Family Services (WCFS), the Program and Leading Practice Specialist assists in managing and delivering of the activities provided by the Child and Family Services (CFS) component of the Community Service Delivery Division. The Program and Leading Practice Specialist is responsible for providing support, mentoring and training to the managers, professional and related staff who deliver the range of programs and services through the WCFS service delivery system. Duties: The Program and Leading Practice Specialist provides advice, direction, consultation and leading practice training, mentoring (case specific, organizational and financial) to staff, supervisors and related field staff on all matters pertaining to the CFS programs and its relationships to other front line services. This includes maintaining up-to-date knowledge on best practice and the ability to develop and update training based on evidence informed practice. The incumbent must be knowledgeable on all programs and services delivered by the region and must have in-depth comprehensive knowledge of CFS practice, standards and legislation. The Program and Leading Practice Specialist is responsible for assisting regional and program staff in ensuring that provincial programs and their concomitant services are delivered equitably and in an effective fashion. This position must also assist management/executive and program staff in evaluating service effectiveness and making recommendations regarding policy development. Qualifications: **Essential**: * BSW or MSW plus extensive experience working in child welfare and in a supervisory capacity. Other equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered * Directly related experience in a leadership role providing consulta