Atikameg Child & Family Services Society (ACFSS) is a Delegated First Nation Child & Family Organization that was created to promote a healthy and self-sustaining community, utilize a holistic (body, mind, and spirit) approach in meeting the needs of the children, youth, and families from Whitefish Lake First Nation. The Atikameg Child & Family Services Society’s main office is in Atikameg, Alberta with a sub-office located in Edmonton, Alberta.
Reporting to the ACFSS Intervention Team Lead as the direct supervisor; the Casework Generalist provides support to children who may be at risk and/or directly or indirectly involved with the ACFSS Intervention Program. Using a strengths-based approach, the program is intended to support the delivery of child protection services for children in care.
Duties:
Provide a diversified case management service to children and families in need. This includes supports, and intervention services for children at risk;
Assessing the level of risk, undertake immediate response, and safety planning for children;
Works closely with community, other programs, and a focus on community partnerships to ensure that a range of child intervention services are effectively coordinated to meet the needs of families;
Well-developed interpersonal skills, and dedication, to the well-being of children and families;
Duty to contribute toward a team approach of Least Intrusive, Best Practice, and Beliefs of the Nation;




Required to be on the On-Call/Intake rotation list; and
Conducting home-visits, making collateral calls to community programs to support program success.
The Casework Generalist is a key team member and may be asked to carry out additional duties and activities related to the effectiveness and successful implementation of the ACFSS Intervention Program.
Qualifications:
Social Work Diploma with at least 4 years of related experience; or related diploma in the Human Services Field and at least 5 years of related experience; OR related certificate and 10 years related experience;
Completed Government of Alberta’s Delegation Training Program;
Experience using trauma informed care and harm reduction practices;
Availability to provide services to children on weekdays, evenings, and weekends to accommodate the needs of clients; and
An understanding of the dynamics and demographics of First Nation communities.
Additional Requirements:
Current and valid Alberta driver’s license;
Child & Youth Information Module (CYIM) and Canadian Police Information Center (CPIC) clearances;
Ability to speak and/or understand the Cree language is a robust asset.
Work Location:
ACFSS Office in Edmonton, Alberta
To be based on Qualifications and Experience
We Thank everyone for their interest only those who are selected for an interview will be contacted.

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📌 Casework Generalist (Alberta)
🏢 Atikameg Child & Family Services Society
📍 Alberta