Job Information
Job Title: Child Intervention Practitioner – Calgary and Area
Job Requisition ID: 88041
Ministry: Children and Family Services
Location: Calgary Region
Full or Part-Time: Full-time
Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary/Wage: Permanent
Scope: Open Competition
Closing Date: October 08, 2026
Classification: Child Intervention Practitioner 2 (062CIA)
Salary: $3,127.88 to $4,052.07 bi-weekly ($81,637 to $105,759/year)
The Alberta Public Service works to build a stronger province for current and future generations. We make a difference in the lives of Albertans through rewarding and diverse career opportunities.
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.
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Role Responsibilities
Are you ready to reignite your passion for making a real difference in the lives of children, youth, and families? Whether you're returning to the field or bringing years of experience, this is your opportunity to make a real difference - and we need you!
Our Child Intervention Division is seeking dedicated, compassionate professionals to join our team as Child Intervention Practitioners. This is more than a job, it’s a chance to use your skills, wisdom, and heart to create safety, connection, and hope for vulnerable children and families across our province.
If you've worked in Child Intervention before and are looking to return to a role where your experience truly matters, we welcome you. Your insight and commitment can help strengthen our workforce and shape brighter futures.
Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Intake, Safety Assessment and Planning: Conduct comprehensive intake and safety assessments, engaging children, families, and community partners to identify protection concerns, develop least-intrusive safety plans, and make informed decisions that promote child safety and well-being.
- Case Management and Legal Responsibilities: Provide case management services by engaging children, families, and community partners, exercising delegated authority, supporting permanency planning, preparing legal documentation, and promoting positive outcomes through collaborative planning and legislative compliance.
- Cultural, Educational and Community Connections: Support children and youth in maintaining cultural, family, and community connections by facilitating cultural planning, educational supports, and collaborative partnerships that promote inclusion, identity, and lifelong relationships.
- Documentation and Administrative Duties: Maintain accurate documentation and case records, complete data entry in required systems, and support case administration through timely tracking, reporting, and processing of client and service information and ensuring compliance with Child Intervention standards and Child, Youth and Family Enhancement Act (CYFEA) policies.
- Professional Collaboration and Development: Foster collaborative partnerships with families, community agencies, and ministry stakeholders, while contributing to case consultations, continuous learning, service improvements, and a positive workplace culture.
Successful candidates are lifelong learners who embrace innovative approaches and demonstrate cultural awareness, particularly regarding Indigenous communities and the impact of colonization. You’ll bring a strong understanding of Signs of Safety and the Child Intervention Practice Framework principles, along with deep knowledge of community resources and strategies to support diverse populations.
This role requires independence, sound professional judgment, and the ability to build strong relationships. If you thrive in fast-paced environments, excel at decision-making, and have exceptional time management and organizational skills, we want to hear from you!
Calgary Region locations include multiple offices in Calgary, one in Airdrie and one in High River. As well, Calgary Region serves Albertans in a variety of communities which extend north, east, south, and west of the city of Calgary.
The Job Description is provided for Further details on this position.
Qualifications
Minimum Recruitment Standard: Bachelor of Social Work or Social Work Diploma with 1 year of related experience.
Equivalency:
- Master of Social Work (no experience required); or
- 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 2 years related experience; or
- Related diploma (Addictions/Counselling, Child and Youth Care, Human Services, Criminal Justice) and 3 years related experience; or
- Related certificate and 4 years related experience.
Assets:
- Preference will be given to those who have at least one year experience (current or prior) within Child Intervention Services, Children and Family Services.
- Preference will be given to candidates who are currently delegated under CYFEA or have previously held delegation as a Child Intervention Practitioner in Alberta.
- Experience working for a Delegated First Nation Agency (DFNA).
- Completed a practicum with Children and Family Services.
Please Note: Candidates may be required to demonstrate their verbal and written communication skills via additional assessments.
Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification.
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.
Notes
Hours of Work:
- 36.25 hours per week (full-time). Typical work schedules are Monday to Friday, 8:15 am to 4:30 pm; however, some program areas may require shift work, and additional hours may be necessary to meet operational or business needs. This position may require one to participate in on-call/after-hours rotation (evenings and weekends) to ensure the needs of Albertans are met.
Travel and Vehicle Requirements:
- Travel will be required in this role; therefore, final candidates will be asked to provide a current 5-year Commercial Driver’s Abstract. Employees must hold a valid Class 5 Driver’s License and have access to a reliable vehicle, as personal vehicles may be required when government fleet vehicles are unavailable (i.e. to travel between required locations or to 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.
Pre-Employment Requirements: As part of the recruitment process, candidates must successfully complete the following:
- Virtual multi-panel interview.
- Written evaluation and assessments.
- Academic credential verification.
- Professional and/or academic reference checks.
- Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector.
- Intervention Record Check.
- Alberta College of Social Workers (ACSW) registration, as required under the Health Professions Act for candidates with a Social Work diploma, degree, or master's degree. For more information, visit www.acsw.ab.ca.
- Current 5-year Commercial Driver Abstract.
- $2 Million Vehicle Liability Insurance.
- Supervisory reference checks with a direct Supervisor and/or Manager.
If you completed a practicum placement with Children and Family Services, please include your practicum supervisor or manager as a reference.
To provide a more efficient hiring process applicants are encouraged to have the following Pre-Employment Checks completed before the interview. Please note that completion of these pre-employment checks will not preclude interviews, however, it will expedite the process.
Failure to provide or complete any of the above requirements may delay your application. Recently completed documents (e.g., Criminal Record Check, ACSW registration, reference lists) can be uploaded to your candidate profile for easy access by the hiring panel.
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.
Application Requirements:
- In your resume, please include dates (including months and years) associated with all education and work experience. As well, please indicate whether your work experience is casual, part-time, or full-time. For example, January 2006 – June 2009: Assistant (Part-Time). This example is provided for illustrative purposes only. Applicants are encouraged to present their information clearly and thoroughly, using a format that best conveys their experience.
- Complete all pre-screening questions.
Other Information:
- We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates' qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements.
Links and information on what the Goverment of Alberta (GoA) has to offer to prospective employees:
How To Apply
Applicants are advised to provide information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience, and relevant examples of required competencies.
Candidates are required to apply for a job online. Please see Job Application Resources for information.
In your resume, please include dates (including months and years) associated with all education and work experience. For example, January 2006 - June 2009 (part-time). This example is provided for illustrative purposes only. Applicants are encouraged to present their information clearly and thoroughly, using a format that best conveys their experience.
It is recommended applicants who have completed post-secondary studies from outside of Canada obtain an evaluation of their credentials from the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS) or from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator; please visit the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada for more information.
It is recommended that applicants include the assessment certificate from IQAS or any other educational assessment service as part of their application.
Closing Statement
This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across the Government of Alberta, at the same or lower classification level.
We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates' qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.
This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across the Government of Alberta, at the same or lower classification level.
If you require any further information on this job posting or require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Hope Awoyemi at Hope.Awoyemi@gov.ab.ca.
