Program Specialist

3 weeks ago


Edmonton, Canada Government of Alberta Full time

Role Responsibilities

Do you have a passion for working with Children, Youth, and Families? Do you enjoy advocating for First Nations communities? Are you highly motivated and self-directed? Do you like work that allows you a high degree of independence? If so, then this may be the job for you If yes, then we would like to hear from you


We are looking to recruit a Program Specialist to join the Field Operations Liaison Branch.

In this role, significant travel across the province is required. You will have to travel throughout the work week, including overnight stays; therefore, access to reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license is required. You will travel to remote locations and must be comfortable travelling independently year-round.

 
If you are looking to enhance your ability to work with a variety of stakeholders, gain new experiences and expand your knowledge in Child Intervention this is the position for you. You will have the opportunity to join a group of professionals committed to making a real difference in the lives of children, youth, and families.

 
This position is part of a specialized team responsible for providing advice and support to Delegated First Nation Agencies (DFNAs) and Children and Family Services (CFS) Regions involved in the delivery of the Ministry's children and youth programs and services with specific emphasis on intervention. The main responsibility of this role will be to function as Program Specialist possessing a high level of expertise in a variety of areas within intervention service delivery. The role will have a focus on providing mentorship and support as well as on-going consultation and best practice mentoring, supports, and assistance with the development, implementation and maintenance of work plans with particular focus on capacity development for DFNAs in all child intervention areas. In addition, you will also be involved in policy interpretation, direct mentoring, training, development, evaluation, and monitoring of programs and services being delivered by DFNAs. You will help enhance services to Indigenous children and families by developing and maintaining strong relationships with a wide range of partners and stakeholders including DFNA staff, management, and governors; the Ministry and other provincial government departments; CFS Regions; and representatives of Indigenous Services Canada (ISC).

 
As the ideal candidate you will have well-developed writing skills in order to present data, information, and correspondence in a manner that is easily understood. You will be best suited if you have experience with clients as well as knowledge and experience in working within an Indigenous context. This position also requires a good working knowledge and experience in business planning, negotiations, research, data analysis, report writing, briefing note writing and ability to deal with delicate situations in a respectful manner in potentially high stress situations.


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