Financial Worker

Introduction

The Department of Families is seeking a qualified individual to fill a Financial Worker position in one of the following locations : The Pas, Thompson, Flin Flon or Swan River, Manitoba.

The EIA program is a program of last resort that provides financial and other assistance to eligible Manitobans who have no other means of supporting themselves or their families.

The Manitoba government offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package, including extended health care, a health spending account, dental and vision care, long-term disability insurance, group life insurance, maternity / paternity and parental leave, family-related leave, and a defined pension plan. The Manitoba government is committed to supporting employee development through training and career growth opportunities. Positions in the Northern Region are eligible for a Remoteness Allowance, and a Northern Wage Premium may also apply for locations north of the 53rd parallel.

Duties : The Financial Worker functions as a member of a case management team responsible for providing Employment and Income Assistance program services. Major activities include calculates financial need and issues benefits in accordance with the Employment and Income Assistance Act, regulations and policies. There is written and verbal communication with program participants and others in the public and private sectors. Qualifications : Essential :

• Experience assessing and verifying information to determine eligibility to a program or for services
• Experience working with people from diverse backgrounds (persons with disabilities, persons who are financially and / or socially disadvantaged, newcomers and / or different cultures
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with the public, program participants, staff and / or external agencies
• Strong organizational skills including ability to prioritize tasks, work under pressure with accuracy in an environment with competing demands
• Ability to maintain client confidentiality
• Experience interpreting, applying or explaining legislation, regulations or policies
• Experience using Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word, Excel and Outlook (or compatible programs)
• Clear and concise English verbal communication skills
• Effective English written communication skills

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