Role Responsibilities Choosing a career as a Child Intervention Practitioner (CIP) with Children and Family Services, provides the opportunity to support child safety, child well-being, family and community support, and permanency.

We are committed to ongoing improvement and excellence in services to infants, children, youth, and families.

In this role, you will apply your education, build practical experience, and contribute to meaningful outcomes for children, youth, and families.

As a CIP, 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.

You recognize the importance of working collaboratively with First Nations, Métis, and Inuit communities and will apply working knowledge of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Calls to Action, as you support child and family involvement, connection, and collaboration across diverse cultures and communities.

Child Intervention Practitioner 1 The CIP 1 role is designed to launch a meaningful career within Children and Family Services.

During your first year, you will work closely with a team of experienced child intervention 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 may have the opportunity to transition into a Delegated Child Intervention Practitioner role at the Child Intervention Practitioner 2 level, accompanied by a promotional salary.

Child Intervention Practitioner 2 As a delegated CIP 2, you will work directly with children, youth, families, caregivers, Indigenous communities, service providers, and community partners to promote safety, strengthen family functioning, and achieve positive, lasting outcomes for children and youth.

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Assess safety and risk: Gather and analyze information to determine immediate concerns and develop safety plans with families and supports.

Plan and collaborate: Facilitate family meetings, identify goals, and connect families to community resources and cultural supports.

Manage cases: Engage children and youth in decision-making, monitor progress, and adjust plans to increase safety and positive outcomes.

Legal and crisis response: Prepare court documents, attend hearings, and respond to urgent situations,



including participation in on-call rotations.

Support lifelong connections: Promote family, cultural, and spiritual ties, implement cultural plans, and ensure educational success.

Complete documentation: Maintain accurate records in case management systems and ensure compliance with Child Intervention standards and CYFEA policies.

These roles offer the chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children, youth, and families while developing expertise in child intervention practice, family engagement, and culturally responsive service delivery.

Job Description Locations Children and Family Services serves communities in 4 regions across the province.

North Region Athabasca Hinton Barrhead Lac La Biche Bonnyville Metis Settlements Cold Lake Peace River Edson Slave Lake Fort McMurray St.

Paul Grande Prairie Vegreville High Level Westlock High Prairie Whitecourt The following programs are available for GoA employees living and working in Northern Alberta: . . .

Edmonton Region Edmonton Paul First Nation Fort Saskatchewan Alexis Nakoda Sinoux First Nation Spruce Grove Enoch First Nation St.

Albert Alexander First Nation Stony Plain Services are also provied to Metis Settlement affiliated families who reside in the Edmonton Region.

Leduc South Central Region Brooks Medicine Hat Camrose Olds Drayton Valley Red Deer Drumheller Rocky Mountain House Fort Macleod Taber Lethbridge Wainwright Llyodminster Wetaskiwin Calgary Region Calgary (multiple office locations including Indigenous Services Office) Areas of service delivery also include (not extensive): Chestermere, Strathmore, Cochrane, Canmore, Lake Louise, Crossfield, Carstairs, Okotoks, Claresholm Airdrie High River Qualifications Child Intervention Practitioner 1 Applicants must meet one of the following combinations: Degree or diploma in Social Work and no related experience required.

Related university degree with 1 year of related experience.

Related diploma with 2 years of related experience.

Related certificate with 3 years of related experience.

Child Intervention Practitioner 2 Delegation is mandatory for this classification .

Applicants will only be considered for a Child Intervention Practitioner 2 position if they currently hold or have previously held:



Delegation under the Child, Youth and Family Enhancement Act; Delegation through a Delegated First Nations Agency; or Delegation as a Child Intervention Practitioner in Alberta.

Applicants who do not meet this delegation requirement will not be considered for a Child Intervention Practitioner 2 position.

In addition to the mandatory delegation requirement, applicants must meet one of the following education and experience combinations: Master of Social Work and no related experience required.

Degree or diploma in Social Work with 1 year of related experience.

Related university degree with 2 years of related experience.

Related diploma with 3 years of related experience.

Related certificate with 4 years of related experience.

Related fields of study for both classifications may include Child Studies or Child and Youth Care Education Health Sciences Human Services Psychology or Sociology Community Rehabilitation Family Studies or Human Ecology Early Childhood Development Indigenous Studies Addictions or Counselling Criminal Justice Please note: Education must be completed through an accredited post-secondary institution.

Related experience for both classifications may include 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.

Counselling youth and families.

Connecting individuals and families with community resources.

Working with Indigenous peoples, diverse cultures, and communities in socially inclusive environments.

Assets Preference may be given to applicants who have: Completed a practicum with Children and Family Services. A degree or diploma in Social Work.

Written Communication Child Intervention Practitioners must demonstrate clear, concise written communication using professional and inclusive language.

Reports and case notes may be shared with ministry senior leadership.

Travel and Vehicle Requirements Travel is required.

Final candidates may be asked to provide a current five-year commercial driver’s abstract.

When a government fleet vehicle is unavailable, employees may be required to use a personal vehicle to travel between work locations or transport children and families.

Employees must have: A valid Class 5 driver’s licence.

Valid vehicle registration.

Vehicle liability insurance.

Access to a vehicle suitable for the position’s requirements. outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification.

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