Benefits of Working in the North!

Children and Family Services in the North Region of Alberta support the communities of Edson, Hinton, Whitecourt, Athabasca, Westlock, Barrhead, Lac La Biche, St. Paul, Vegreville, Bonnyville, Cold Lake, Slave Lake, Grande Prairie, Peace River, High Prairie, High Level, Fort McMurray, as well as Metis Settlements. 

In addition to a competitive rate of pay, we offer our permanent and temporary employees other perks of living in the north such as:

• Northern Allowance: An additional $241.38 for each bi-weekly pay period served. This allowance is non-pensionable and is payable on an hourly basis for all hours paid at the basic rate of pay. 
• Fort McMurray Allowance: An additional $241.38 for each bi-weekly pay period served. This allowance is non-pensionable and is payable on an hourly basis for all hours paid at the basic rate of pay. 
• 55th to 57th Parallel Retention: Employees who work and reside in locations between the 55th and 57th parallels (excluding those eligible for the Fort McMurray Allowance and those above the 57th parallel) share be paid an annual retention bonus of $6,000.00
• Travel Expense Reimbursement: Employees working in excess of one (1) year whose work sites are above the 57th  parallel are also eligible to receive 2 paid return trips out per year for themselves and their eligible dependent(s)
• Attraction Bonus: Employees are eligible to receive a one-time non-pensionable bonus of 25 per cent of their base pay minus deductions. This bonus is paid quarterly over the first year of employment in additional to the Northern Allowance
• Northern Leave: Permanent and temporary employees are eligible to receive 5 additional days-off for isolation. 

Additional Information can be found at: https://www.alberta.ca/premium-pay-directive

Role Responsibilities

Are you looking to start your professional career in Child Intervention? Choosing the path as an Entry Level, Child Intervention (CI) Practitioner will provide you opportunities for a career that focuses on child safety, child well-being, family and community support, and permanency. Children and Family Services is committed to ongoing improvement and pursuit of excellence in services to infants, children, youth and families. In this role, you will apply your related education and gain experiential learning in Child Intervention (CI) Practice.      

The Entry Level, CI-Practitioner is a developmental position that sets you on a meaningful career journey within Children and Family Services. Working in collaboration with a team of CI professionals, you will further develop your knowledge and skills as you work toward becoming a fully delegated Child Intervention Practitioner. You will gain confidence in your ability to work collaboratively with families and community partners in the creation of safe environments and identify safety and risk factors within communities and homes. You will strengthen your understanding of the fundamental components in casework, including family dynamics, trauma-informed practice, harm reduction, Signs of Safety, life-long connections, and encouraging families to have input into decisions that affect their lives.  

 
The Entry Level, CI Practitioner will recognize the importance of working collaboratively with First Nations, Metis and Inuit communities, and have a working knowledge around the Truth and Reconciliation Commission calls to action. They also understand the importance of child and family involvement, connection, and collaboration to a large array of other cultures and communities. 

Through a robust learning plan, you will develop and continue to evolve your casework practice in your first year. Upon successful evaluation, you will transition to a Delegated CI Practitioner at a higher classification.  

Please click on this link to view the job description for this position. 

Qualifications

A degree or diploma in Social Work with no experience, or an equivalency as described below. 

Equivalencies:  

• Related university degree (BA Child Studies/Child & Youth Care, BA Education, Bachelor of Health Sciences, Bachelor of Human Services, BA/BSc Psychology, BA Sociology, Bachelor of Community Rehab, BSc. Family Studies/Human Ecology, BA Early Child Development), Bachelor of Indigenous Studies and 1 year of related experience.  
• Or a related diploma (Addictions/Counseling, Child and Youth Care, Human Services, Criminal Justice) and 2 years of related experience. 
• Or a related certificate and 3 years of related experience. 

Please Note: Education must be from an accredited post-secondary institution. 

Related Experience Includes; 

Case management and planning in a child intervention setting; crisis intervention and protection work; supporting foster and kinship care programs; family preservation and family support; counseling youth and families; knowledge of community connections and socially inclusive environments; as well as experience and understanding of Indigenous peoples, various cultures, community connections, and socially inclusive environments. 

CI Practitioners must also demonstrate effective and concise written communication skills, using professional and inclusive vocabulary. Reports and written notes may be shared with senior leadership in the Ministry. 
 

Assets 

• Completed a practicum with Children and Family Services. 
• Worked for the Delegated First Nation Agency (DFNA). 
• Previously worked for Children and Family Services in the last 24 months. (Note: Previous employees who meet the minimum recruitment standards for positions at a higher classification may be considered for positions at that higher classification.)

Alberta Public Service (APS) Competencies

Competencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process. 

This link will assist you with understanding competencies: https://www.alberta.ca/system/files/custom_downloaded_images/psc-alberta-public-service-competency-model.pdf

To be successful in this role you will need to demonstrate the following competencies: 

• Creative Problem Solving: Ability to gather information from varied sources, analyze and interpret information to formulate reports and make decisions related to case planning. 
• Agility: Ability to prioritize competing workload pressures in an effective manner and contribute to the organizational goals. 
• Drive for Results: Demonstrates ability to gather, integrate and interpret complex information sets and accomplishes goals and priorities in order to deliver outcomes consistent with departmental objectives and directives. Excellent analytical, assessment and critical judgement skills. 
• Building Collaborative Environments: Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with a variety of teams within the workplace, community, and other Government ministries/agencies to meet client and ministry goals and objectives. 
• Developing Networks: Ability to interact positively, build relationships and work effectively with others. 
• Develop self and others: Ability to invest in the development of long-term capability of yourself and others. 

Pre-Employment Requirements

As part of the recruitment process, you are required to complete and satisfactorily qualify on the following: 

• Virtual panel interview interview, 
• Written evaluation and assessments, 
• Academic credential check, 
• Professional and/or academic reference checks, 
• Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector, 
• Intervention Record Check, 
• Alberta College of Social Workers Registration (for those with a Masters, Degree or Diploma in Social Work), and   
• Current 5-year Commercial Driver Abstract 

Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses, will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in. Not providing or completing any of the above requirements will result in a delay of your application progress. Any documents recently completed (Criminal Record Check, ACSW Registration, Reference Lists) can be uploaded to your candidate profile for easy access by the hiring panel.

To provide a more efficient hiring process applicants are encouraged to have the following Pre-Employment Checks completed before the interview: 

Note: Completion of these pre-employment checks will not preclude interviews, however, it will expedite the process.  

• Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector – can be requested by your local police or RCMP. Once completed, please upload to your candidate profile. 
• Intervention Record Check – forms can be requested at this website: https://www.alberta.ca/obtain-a-child-intervention-record-check. Upon completion by Children and Family Services please upload your form to your candidate profile.  

Notes

• Hours of Work: These positions are full-time (36.25 hours per week). Typical Work Schedules are Monday to Friday, 8:15 am to 4:30 pm however some program areas may require shift work. Additional hours of work may be required based on operational or business needs.
• Travel: Travel will be required in the Entry Level, CI Practitioner role; therefore, final candidates for this position will be asked to provide a current 5-year Commercial Driver Abstract. Employees will be required to use their own vehicles when government fleet vehicles are not available. 
• Driver's License: Employees must  have a valid Class 5 Driver’s License and access to a vehicle that is suitable to the requirements of this position.

 Relocation 

If a new employee must relocate to commence employment at the Government of Alberta, a relocation amount can be requested however, it will be subject to operational requirements, budget approvals, area of relocation etc.

Other Information 

If you completed a practicum placement with Children and Family Services, please include your practicum supervisor/manager as part of your reference. 

Candidate screening and interviews will be taking place periodically throughout the job posting. Interviews will be taking place virtually, and accommodation may be made if requested prior to the virtual interview.  

Information Sessions

For further information about the Entry Level, Child Intervention Practitioner position; perks about working in the North; details about this competition; or general questions about working for the Government of Alberta, please join us for our Open House virtual information sessions. You will have access to our Talent Acquisition professionals and Managers/Professionals with Child Intervention. 

Follow the links below which will be active on the date of the session: 

Open House #1: Wednesday, January 22, 2025 – 3:30 pm to 4:00 pm MST. 

Click here to join the meeting

Meeting ID: 214 282 780 816

Passcode: vp9fN9QY

Open House #2: Wednesday, February 12, 2025 – 3:30 pm to 4:00 pm MST. 

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Meeting ID: 291 574 366 689

Passcode: 65K73cT2