Manitoba funding new social work positions in Winnipeg emergency departments (opens original article in a new tab)

Manitoba government is adding eight social worker positions in Winnipeg emergency departments and urgent care centres to provide mental health and social support, costing $1.2 million annually.

• Manitoba government adds eight social worker positions in four ERs and urgent care centres for mental health and social support
• Government spends $1.2 million annually on new social work positions
• Health Minister states social workers assist with safety assessments and patient care