Casework Supervisor - Jobs in Edson, AB

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Job InformationJob Requisition ID: 21046Ministry: Childrens ServicesLocation: EdsonFull or Part-Time: Full TimeHours of Work: 36.25 hours per weekRegular/Temporary: Permanent Full-timeScope: OpenClosing Date: December 6, 2021Classification: Subsidiary 06B 3625 Human Services Worker 7About UsThe Department of Children’s Services leads child care & intervention, early childhood development, foster & kinship care, adoption, and improvements for children & youth.To find out more about our work visit:Alberta Children’s Services, North Region has an exciting opportunity available. We are currently looking for a Caseworker Supervisor to join our team!This position can work from any of these fabulous locations: Westlock, Barrhead, Whitecourt, Edson, Hinton, Athabasca, Slave Lake, and High Prairie Perhaps you are looking to relocate from the hustle and bustle of city life we can assist you with your relocation.In addition to a competitive rate of pay, we offer the following for locations north of the 55th parallel:

• 55th to 57th parallels retention allowance: non-pensionable annual retention bonus of $6000.00. Paid 2 installments per year on the cheque for the bi-weekly pay periods that include March 31 and September 30.

For more information check out this link:RoleAre you interested in leading practice and a team that provides high quality and culturally sensitive services to children, youth and families If so, this position may be for you!As a Casework Supervisor, you will utilize your solid leadership and team building skills to maintain and enhance a strong and effective team that embraces change. You will engage your team by setting both individual and unit goals and providing on-going case consultation and practice supervision. It is essential as Casework Supervisor, that you are able to empower your team to have a positive mindset, collaborative skill sets and inclusive practice as they provide services to children, youth and families in the areas wellness and support services.Your strong focus on coaching and mentoring will guide the support and direction you provide to a team of Childrens Services professionals working in Child Intervention Services. Your guidance will be rooted in the Child Intervention Practice Framework, Casework Practice Model, Signs of Safety Approach and a trauma informed practice lens, to ensure that services delivered are in accordance with accepted practices, standards and legislative requirements.Daily you will utilize your team-building, critical thinking, decision-making, problem-solving, time management and organizational skills. These skills will assist you to prioritize multiple projects and assignments that support better decisions for children, youth and families. Your well-developed interpersonal communication skills will enhance your ability to develop and maintain collaborative working relationships and partnerships with key stakeholders.The following competencies are essential for success in this role:

• CI Practitioner Competencies: Performing the Child Intervention Practitioner competencies with consistency at an advanced level of proficiency, according to the Child Intervention Practice Framework Principles, in order to provide practice supervision to CI staff.
• Mindfulness and Self-reflection: Being intentionally aware, focused and present in the moment; continuously assessing, without reaction and judgment, one’s emotions and actions to guide one’s thinking and behavior.
• Outcome Oriented: Maintaining a working knowledge of the CIPF Principles, CI outcomes and priorities. Demonstrates the ability to lead with a focus on CI outcomes and ensure the work of one’s team is in alignment with these outcomes. Demonstrates commitment to the CI outcomes and priorities by role modeling responsibility for decisions and accountability for results.
• Engaging Others: Building a foundation of trust and respect to engage staff and inspire, empower, support, coach and mentor. Building relationships individually and as a team to create a positive working environment and to achieve the best possible CI outcome.
• Leading Continuous Improvement: Demonstrate ability to seek out opportunities for innovation and creatively problem solve. Support staff through implementing organizational initiatives. Operate with a high degree of flexibility and adaptability to implement learnings and achieving outcomes for children and families.
• Enabling others Growth and Development: Guiding others to strengthen their professional ability and CI practice, and fostering a climate of learning and self-reflection.
• Communication: Engaging in and fostering active listening, creating an atmosphere of respect and positive problem solving. Ensuring one’s verbal and non-verbal communication is congruent. Demonstrating an awareness of the impact of one’s communication in both oral and written form.

QualificationsBachelor of Social Work with 2 years of related experience in child protection. Knowledge of community resources is essential. Experience working with Microsoft office is required. Previous supervisory and leadership experience would be an asset. Knowledge and experience working with Indigenous communities is an asset. Experience working with children, youth and families is essential. Experience working with a multi-cultural and/or multi-language based caseload would be beneficial.The following equivalencies maybe considered; Master of Social Work and 1 year related experience; a related university degree with four years of related experience; or a related diploma plus five years of related experience; or related certificate and 6 years related experience.Note: Equivalency for professional roles related to Child Intervention: Directly related degree or diploma, successful completion of in-service or comparable training and 2 years directly related experience.The ideal candidates will have a working knowledge of the Child, Youth, and Family Enhancement Act; Signs of Safety as well as possess excellent verbal and written communication skills and strong critical thinking skills.APS CompetenciesCompetencies 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.This link will assist you with understanding competencies:Salary$2,907.15 to $3,764.70 bi-weekly. ($75,876 - $98,258 per year)NotesHours of Work:Monday to Friday, 36.25 hours per week (full-time).As this is a supervisory role there may be the requirement to work beyond the scheduled work day along with weekends and on-call responsibilities.Role Requirements

• This role requires that you have a valid Class 5 Drivers License and access to a reliable vehicle.
• The ability to travel within the region is required.
• As per the Health Professions Act successful applicants must: be registered and maintain their registration with the Alberta College of Social Workers (ACSW).

The final candidate for this position will undergo an academic check, intervention record check and provide a suitable security screening. Due to wait times to receive a completed Criminal Records Check (CRC) that includes Vulnerable Sector screening check, applicants invited for an interview are encouraged to request a completed Criminal Record Check (level 1) that includes Vulnerable Sector screening check from their local RCMP/Police detachment prior to their interview. Upon request, you will need to provide a criminal record check.What we offer:

• Working for the Alberta Public Service –
• Pension plans:
  • Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP) –
  • Management Employees Pension Plan (MEPP) –
• Leadership and mentorship programs
• Professional learning and development
• Positive workplace culture and work-life balance

How To ApplyIf you are not currently an employee with the Government of Alberta, the first step in applying for a job is creating your candidate profile within our online application system,Existing employees should access the Career tile in 1GX to submit their application in order to be recognized as an internal applicant.Once you have created your candidate profile, visit the Alberta Public Service job site to apply for jobs atApplicants 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.Resources for applicants:

It is recommended that applicants who have obtained educational credentials from outside of Canada and have not had them previously assessed, obtain an evaluation of their credentials from the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS)Closing StatementThe Government of Alberta is implementing a proof of COVID 19 vaccination policy for all Alberta Public Service employees, to improve the health and safety of Alberta Public Service employees and Albertans we serve.Any candidates in the process for applying for employment with the Government of Alberta, must be able to comply with one of the following:

• Proof of COVID 19 vaccination;
• If you are a successful candidate and have not provided proof of COVID 19 vaccination, you may select to produce a negative PCR (molecular polymerase chain reaction) or rapid test result, date-stamped within 72 hours of every scheduled work day/shift, on an ongoing basis starting on December 14, 2021. These tests will be paid for by the employee;
• Candidates and employees who are unable to get vaccinated based on a protected ground under the Alberta Human Rights Act may request approval for an exemption and accommodation.

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 a copy of the role profile, and/or require a disability related accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact TAS Administrator Shannon Nadeau at Shannon.Nadeau@gov.ab.caIf this competition is closed as per the closing date noted above, please continue to checkQuick Apply

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