Child Intervention Practitioner 1 and 2 - Talent Pool

AB
On-site
Posted Oct 16, 2026
1 position

$68,927–$105,759 / year

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Employment type: Full-time, Temporary
Experience level: Mid-level · 2+ years
Minimum education: Professional degree
Apply by: Oct 30, 2026
Posting language: English
Working hours: 37 hours per week

Job summary

The Child Intervention Practitioner assesses safety and risk for children and youth while collaborating with families and community partners to develop effective support plans. They are responsible for managing cases, preparing legal documentation, and ensuring compliance with provincial child intervention standards.

Job details

Job Information Job Title: Child Intervention Practitioner 1 and 2 – Talent Pool Job Requisition ID: 87805 Ministry: Children and Family Services Location: All of Alberta Full or Part-Time: Full-Time and Casual Wage Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week for full-time positions Permanent/Temporary/Wage: Permanent, Temporary, Wage/Casual Scope: Open Closing Date: October 29, 2026 Classification: Child Intervention Practitioner 1 and Child Intervention Practitioner 2 Child Intervention Practitioner 1: $2,640.88 to $3,408.48 bi-weekly ($68,927 to $88,961 annually) Child Intervention Practitioner 2 $3,127.88 to $4,052.07 bi-weekly ($81,637 to $105,759 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. To learn more about our Ministry’s work, please visit: https://www.alberta.ca/children-and-family-services [https://www.alberta.ca/children-and-family-services]. Build a career with Children and Family Services! We offer employee supports, career growth, competitive salaries, and comprehensive benefit packages! * Working for the Alberta Public Service [https://www.alberta.ca/about-the-alberta-public-service]. * Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP) [https://www.pspp.ca/] * Alberta Public Service Benefit Information [https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-benefits-programs]. * Professional learning and development [https://www.alberta.ca/professional-development-support-directive]. * Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool [https://researchapscareers.alberta.ca/careers]. * Positive workplace culture and work-life balance. 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 opportunity 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. To learn more about our roles please click here [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GcO4SG9zLc8] to watch a short video. JOB DESCRIPTION * Child Intervention Practitioner 1 [https://mydocs.wfd.alberta.ca/media/2dajywz4/jr87805_cip1_child-intervention-practitioner-1.pdf] * Child Intervention Practitioner 2 [https://mydocs.wfd.alberta.ca/media/5anla5l1/jr87805_cip2_child-intervention-practitioner-2.pdf] 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: * Northern Allowance [https://www.alberta.ca/premium-pay-directive]. * Attraction bonus for employees located in Fort McMurray and north of the 57th parallel [https://www.alberta.ca/premium-pay-directive#jumplinks-2]. * 55th to 57th parallels retention allowance [https://www.alberta.ca/premium-pay-directive#jumplinks-3]. 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. Minimum recruitment standards [https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-minimum-recruitment-standards] outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification. APS COMPETENCIES Competencies [https://www.alberta.ca/system/files/custom_downloaded_images/psc-alberta-public-service-competency-model.pdf] 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. To be successful in this role you will need to demonstrate the following competencies: * Creative Problem Solving: You gather information from varied sources, analyze and interpret information to formulate reports and make decisions related to case planning. * Agility: You prioritize competing workload pressures in an effective manner and contribute to the organizational goals. * Drive for Results: You know how to integrate and interpret complex information sets and accomplishes goals and priorities to deliver outcomes consistent with departmental objectives and directives. Excellent analytical, assessment and critical judgement skills. * Building Collaborative Environments: You 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: You proactively build networks, connecting and building trust in relationships with clients. * Develop self and others: Ability to invest in the development of long-term capability of yourself and others. NOTES HOURS OF WORK Typical work schedules are Monday to Friday, 8:15 am to 4:30 pm, however some areas may require shift work. Additional hours of work may be required based on operational or business needs. For casual on-call wage positions, there are no guaranteed hours and work requirements may vary per week. * As a Wage employee, you receive 11.6% in addition to regular wage earnings in lieu of paid holidays and vacation leave. WRITTEN ASSESSMENT Final candidates may be required to undergo a written test demonstrating writing skills and abilities pre or post interviews. FINAL CANDIDATES WILL BE REQUIRED TO COMPLETE THE FOLLOWING * Academic credential check. * Professional employment reference checks. If you completed a practicum placement with Children and Family Services, please include your practicum supervisor/manager as part of your reference. * 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). * 5-year Commercial Drivers 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. RELOCATION If a new or existing employee must relocate to commence employment with 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 Candidates who are successful in the selection process will be placed in a Talent Pool. This competition will be used to create an eligibility list of qualified candidates to fill upcoming opportunities as vacancies arise in the location you apply to. Should you qualify, your resume is added to a qualified list for consideration for other opportunities at the same or lower classification levels. INFORMATION SESSIONS Join our virtual information sessions to learn more about Child Intervention Practitioner opportunities, working in rural or northern communities, and careers with the Government of Alberta. You will have the opportunity to connect directly with our Talent Acquisition team and Child Intervention professionals. Follow the links below which will be active on the date of the session: Information Session #1: Wednesday, October 21, 2026 – 2:30 pm to 3:00 pm MST Join The Meeting Now [https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/224405007785603?p=Pw0TIlYPrgDuFTvxqS] Meeting ID: 224 405 007 785 603 Passcode: bj9gT6UN Information Session #2: Wednesday, October 28, 2026 – 2:30 pm to 3:00 pm MST Join The Meeting Now [https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/260667897439602?p=LH7wDt8oxgB5wsz4ni] Meeting ID: 260 667 897 439 602 Passcode: 9sb6ze7y 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 [https://www.alberta.ca/job-application-resources#before] 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 [https://www.alberta.ca/international-qualifications-assessment.aspx] (IQAS) or from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator; please visit the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada [https://canalliance.org/en/default.html] 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. If you require any further information on this job posting or require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact us at CFS.CIPRecruitment@gov.ab.ca [CFS.CIPRecruitment@gov.ab.ca].

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Requirements

Applicants must possess a degree or diploma in Social Work or a related field, with experience requirements varying based on the specific classification level. A valid Class 5 driver's license and the ability to undergo criminal record and intervention record checks are mandatory.