Program Specialist

1 month ago


Calgary, Canada Government of Alberta Full time

**Job Information**:
Job Requisition ID: 36570

Ministry: Children's Services

Location: Calgary

Full or Part-Time: Full Time

Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week

Regular/Temporary: Permanent

Scope: Open Competition

Closing Date: January 14, 2023

Classification: Subsidiary 06B 3625 Human Services Worker 7

**About Us**:
The Ministry of Children’s Services works to foster a society in which families are safe and resilient, individuals have sustainable employment, vulnerable Albertans have the supports they require, and no one is left behind. Children’s Services mission is to assist Albertans in creating the conditions for safe and supportive homes, communities and workplaces so they have opportunities to realize their full potential. Its core business is to work collaboratively with community partners to deliver citizen-centered programs and services that improve quality of life for Albertans. The ministry deals with topics that vary widely and addresses many of the issues people face across their life span.

The Child Intervention (CI) Division provides oversight in practice, supports, and services for an integrated, evidence-informed, and culturally sensitive approach in service the children, youth, and families of Alberta. The division works with stakeholders and community-based agencies to support improved outcomes for vulnerable Albertans by leading policy, practice, and program development in the areas of early childhood development, early intervention and prevention, child intervention, and child and youth mental health and addictions. The division also leads quality assurance and continuous improvement initiatives while supporting service delivery.

The Field Operations Liaison Branch (FOLB) within CI works closely with stakeholders and partners to improve working relationships. It supports and honors the agreements with Delegated First Nations Agreements (DFNAs), Metis Nations of Alberta Association (MNAA), and Indigenous Services Canada (ISC). The unit leads province wide initiatives, performance measures, and strategies while working closely in partnership with communities and stakeholders to ensure that conditions and opportunities are created to improve the quality of life for vulnerable Albertans.

**Role**:
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 are comfortable travelling independently in the ever-changing Alberta weather climate.

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’s Services (CS) 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; CS Regions; and representatives of Indigenous Services Canada (ISC).

**Qualifications**:
Bachelor of Social Work with two (2) years of related experience.

The following equivalencies may be considered.
- Master of Social Work and one (1) year of related experience,
- Related university degree and four (4) years of related experience.
- Related diploma and five (5) years of related experie



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