Emergency Duty Worker - Eligibility List

The Ministry of Social Services is looking for Emergency Duty Workers. You will be responsible to provide after-hours emergency services to families. You will be on-call after office hours. This role will report to a Child and Family Programs Supervisor.

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. You will be required to transport families and provide emergency aid to individuals in financial need. You will also be required to travel, work flexible hours, as well as lift and carry small children.

The successful candidates 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 services setting. The successful candidates must be legally eligible to operate a vehicle in Saskatchewan and will be required to work flexible hours.

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

While the representation of Indigenous staff within the Child and Family Programs Division has been prioritized, all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. Only those selected for further assessment will be contacted.

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.

Note: This is a reposted competition. Those who have previously applied, do not need to reapply.