The Resource Development Worker identifies and develops residential and kinship care resources for Metis and Inuit children and families. This includes conducting gap analyses, coordinating the adoption process, and monitoring service trends to improve care outcomes.
Requirements summary
Requires a BSW or BA with two years of experience, or a combination of education and five years of related experience. Candidates must possess a valid Manitoba driver's license, a personal vehicle, and a deep understanding of Metis and Inuit cultures.
Michif Child & Family Services (MCFS) Agency is a mandated child and family services agency with the responsibility to administer and manage culturally appropriate community-based child protection and support services for Metis and Inuit people in Manitoba. RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT WORKER PERMENANT POSITION Competition #: MCFS-RDW-2026.009 Hours of Work: 7.25 hours per day Classification and Salary: SP3 $31.83- $42.02 SP4 $35.11 - $49.89 per hour.
Location
Brandon, MB. Must be able to travel.
Under the supervision of the Service Supervisor, the Resource Development Worker is responsible for the development of resources for families and children.
The position will be responsible for developing and supporting a range of resources that include identifying residential resource needs, alternative care options, individual and group programming and support services to children and families both at home, as well as in care.
Main areas of Key Responsibilities and Activities Conduct gap analysis of continuum of care for residential services Identify residential resource/kinship needs for the Agency as a whole, and for specific communities within the province.
Identify residential resources within and outside the region.
Provides written reports on various residential services.
Recommends planning changes for existing residential/kinship resources and identifies solutions to address needs of children, youth, and families based on the best practices and evidence available Recommends resource plans and opportunities.
Coordinates the implementation and follow-up of solutions as directed by the Supervisor in conjunction with Family Service Workers.
Assists in establishing specific outcomes and deliverables to ensure effective resource utilization.
Participates in establishing priorities for best practice and service reviews and providing input in the Agency's planning and implementation of priorities.
Participates in the development of new resources as appropriate and expands the network of skilled residential service providers.
Maintain an overview of the region, as well as considers specific community needs, when recommending resources and solutions.
Coordinate and participate in the adoption process Complete all administrative and reporting requirements Monitor service and best practice trends and recommends changes to resources and contracts based on needs of children and families.
Review and analyze data to identify themes and issues within the resource community.
Benefits
Training Opportunities
Excellent Benefits Package
Develop reference groups with front line staff: Supervisors, Coordinators, Workers.
Maintain statistics, prepare data, and write recommendation reports based on research and service usage data.
Complete administrative requirements including file recording, forms, and correspondence.
Attend staff meetings.
Other duties as assigned.
Key Qualifications Education and Experience BSW or BA and two years related experience, or a combination of education and five years related experience Knowledge related to areas of substances abuse, family violence, child maltreatment, and child development Strong oral and written communication skills Demonstrated skills in areas of crisis intervention, abuse investigation and assessing high risk situations Experience working with Metis and Inuit people Access to a vehicle and possession of a valid Manitoba driver’s license as travel to various Agency offices throughout the Province will be required.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Able to establish priorities and work effectively in a high volume and time sensitive environment.
Demonstrated understanding of Metis and Inuit culture and communities.
Sound knowledge of computer skills using Microsoft Office, e.g.
Outlook, Excel, and Word Ability to maintain highly sensitive and confidential information.
Ability to work cooperatively within a team environment.
Must be a permanent resident of Canada.
Must have a current satisfactory employment record.
Prior to commencing employment the successful applicant will be asked to provide satisfactory results of a Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search, a Child Abuse Registry Check, Prior Contact Check, proof of $2 million dollar insurance liability, and a Driver’s Abstract upon hire at their own expense.
A valid Manitoba driver’s license and the use of a personal vehicle are requisites as travel is required.
MCFS offers a supportive and progressive work environment, competitive salaries, excellent benefits package and training opportunities.
Preference will be given to qualified Indigenous applicants.
All are encouraged to self-declare in cover letter.
Applications will be accepted until 12:00pm, Friday, June 26, 2026.
We thank all who apply; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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