Entry Level, Child Intervention Practitioner - Talent Pool …, Alberta

Job Information Job Requisition ID: 81426 Ministry: Children and Family Services Location: Alberta Full or Part-Time: Full-Time Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week Permanent/Temporary: Permanent Scope: Open Closing Date: July 31, 2026 Classification: Child Intervention Practitioner 1 Salary: $2,640.88 to $3,408.48 bi-weekly ($68,927 to $88,961 annually) The Ministry of Children and Family Services funds programs and services to support vulnerable children, youth, families, and individuals to live safely and succeed in Alberta. This includes providing services and resources to protect children and youth from abuse and neglect, and effectively address harm that has placed them in need of intervention. Mentoring and support services are available to youth transitioning into healthy, productive adults. The ministry also invests in community-based groups that support prevention and early intervention services such as Family Resource Networks, youth emergency shelters as well as programs that raise awareness and help respond to family violence, sexual violence, and abuse. Build a career with Children and Family Services! We offer employee supports, career growth, competitive salaries, and comprehensive benefit packages! - The Alberta Public Service provides a comprehensive total compensation package. For more information and to calculate your potential total compensation, - MyChoice Benefits - Alberta Blue Cross - - Pension plans: Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP) – - Additional benefits and perks available for those interested in living and working North of the 55th Parallel: - Curious about joining the Alberta Public Service? 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. 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. In this role, you 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. The Entry Level CI Practitioner role is a developmental opportunity designed to launch a meaningful career within Children and Family Services. During your first year, you will work closely with a team of experienced CI professionals to build your knowledge, strengthen your skills, and gain practical experience as you work toward full delegation under the Child, Youth and Family Enhancement Act (CYFEA). Upon successful completion of a comprehensive learning plan and delegation training, you will transition into a Delegated Child Intervention Practitioner role at the Child Intervention Practitioner 2 level, accompanied by a promotional salary. Additional Program Areas The Entry Level, Child Intervention Practitioner may also have the prospect to support one of our specialized program areas, including: - Child Intervention Intake and Response Team (CIIRT): This team serves the entire province after hours of Edmonton and Calgary with child abuse reports and crisis response. These offices operate via shift work. Please Location Children and Family Services serves communities in 4 regions across the province. North Region: Includes 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, and Fort McMurray, as well as Metis Settlements. The following programs are available for GoA employees living and working in northern Alberta and details can be found at: - 55th and 57th parallel retention allowance - Attraction bonuses - Fort MacMurray allowance - Northern allowance - Northern leave Edmonton Region: Includes Edmonton, Fort Saskatchewan, Spruce Grove, St. Albert, Sherwood Park, Stony Plain, Leduc, Paul First Nation, Alexis Nakoda Sioux First Nation, Enoch First Nation, and Alexander First Nation. Services are also provided to Metis Settlement affiliated families who reside in the Edmonton Region. South Central Region: Includes Lloydminster, Wainwright, Camrose, Wetaskiwin, Drayton Valley, Rocky Mountain House, Red Deer, Stettler, Drumheller, Olds, Lethbridge, Medicine Hat, Taber, Brooks, and Fort MacLeod. Calgary Region: Includes Calgary, High River, and Airdrie. Services are also provided to families who reside in the Strathmore area. 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, - Previous experience as a Delegated CI Practitioner under the CYFEA, or - Experience working for a Delegated First Nation Agency (DFNA). Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification. Refer to 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 chance and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process. This link will assist you with understanding competencies: 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. 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 and Vehicle Requirements: 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 (i.e. to travel between required locations or transport children and families). Employees must have a valid Class 5 Driver’s License, vehicle liability insurance, valid registration 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: 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. Successful candidates …