Generalist Caseworker - Edmonton

Athabasca Tribal Council

Athabasca Tribal Council serves five First Nations communities by providing innovative programs and services that enrich the well-being, health, and prosperity of children and families. ATC is committed to ensuring the protection of Indigenous rights, Treaty Rights, and Traditional Territories. In collaboration with our various departments and five Nations, we provide multi-service delivery to support a thriving, healthy, and self-reliant future for Cree and Dene people.

Location: Edmonton, Alberta

Job Summary

Athabasca Tribal Council is seeking a self-motivated, professional individual who has a strong commitment to working with children and families to ensure they reach their full potential.

Other titles for this role: Caseworker, Social Worker.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide delegated case management duties, including intake, assessment, and permanency as per the Child, Youth and Family Enhancement Act.

• Work collaboratively with communities and families in the creation of safety plans and permanency plans for children.

• Attend court and meet all legislative requirements.

• Recording of online data entry in a timely fashion.

• Provide after-hours or on-call response if required.

• Participate in team meetings and community events.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor of Social Work or related degree with a minimum of 2 years of related experience.

• Social Work Diploma or related diploma with a minimum of 3 years of related experience.

• Currently delegated or the ability to be delegated in the province of Alberta.

• Experience working with Indigenous communities is considered an asset.

REQUIREMENTS

• Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Check.

• Child Intervention Record Check.

• Class 5 Drivers License with a clear Drivers abstract.

• Be willing to take necessary ongoing mandatory training related to the position.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Company events

• Dental care

• Employee assistance program

• Extended health care

• Life insurance

• On-site parking

• Paid time off

• RRSP match

• Vision care

• Wellness program

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

• Monday to Friday

• On call

Supplemental pay types:

• Overtime pay

Location:

• Edmonton, AB

Experience:

• Social work: 2 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Class 5 Licence (required)

Application question(s):

• Do you have experience working with Indigenous Organizations and/or Communities?

• Do you hold a Degree or Diploma in Social Work?

• We encourage applicants to self-identify to support our efforts to broaden the diversity of applications; however, responses are voluntary and are not necessary to have your application considered by ATC. For the purposes of employment equity, an Indigenous person is someone who identifies as First Nation, Inuit, or Métis. Based on this definition, are you an Indigenous person?

• We encourage applicants to self-identify to support our efforts to broaden the diversity of applications; however, responses are voluntary and are not necessary to have your application considered by ATC. For the purpose of employment equity, members of visible minorities mean persons, other than Indigenous peoples, who are non-Caucasian in race or non-white in colour. Based on this definition, are you a member of a visible minority?

• Are you currently delegated in the province of Alberta?