Social Worker- Practice Specialist

What is Chief Kinsosew Awasak Mikiwahp (CKAM)?

Chief Kinosew Awasak Mikiwahp (CKAM) Child and Family Services Program of Driftpile Cree Nation. We are committed to nurturing strong, resilient families through holistic, culturally grounded services that empower children, youth, and families.

“Family is at the heart of Driftpile Cree Nation. We embrace and endorse our journey to implementing Mihtatakaw Sîpiy Awasak Wiyasiwêwin and asserting our inherent rights respecting our children, youth, and families in a profound way.”
— Chief Dwayne Laboucan, Driftpile Cree Nation .

• Keeping families together through culturally grounded family preservation services
• Supporting young adults as they transition to independence
• Advocating for children’s rights and protecting their well-being
• Asserting jurisdiction over child and family services in alignment with our traditions and laws

• Our organization is routed in culture, community and family and we value our employees.
• We offer a competitive wage and benefit package with a substantial Wellness Incentive Fund.
• Advance your career and grow professionally.
• Benefit from generous paid time off and scheduled holiday closures.
• Opportunities to engage in cultural, community, and family activities such as Traditional cooking classes, cultural crafting, Holiday events throughout the year.
• With CKAM’s proximity to Driftpile, you can experience rural living, where meaningful connections flourish and your life will have space for intention.

As a Practice Specialist , you’ll play a vital role in supporting children, youth, and families. You’ll assess needs, create case plans, and coordinate family support services with a focus on preservation and protection, helping children stay safely with their families whenever possible.

In this role, you’ll collaborate with families, service teams, and community partners to design and implement plans that promote permanency and positive outcomes. You’ll also provide expert consulting, training, and guidance on complex cases, and contribute to innovative solutions that meet the evolving needs of children, families, and communities.

Your work will reflect the vision, mission, and core values of the CKAM Program, ensuring every service delivered makes a meaningful impact.

• Conduct assessments of children, youth, and families to identify risks, needs, and contributing factors.
• Develop and implement case plans that support family stability and cultural considerations.
• Provide crisis intervention, mediation, and conflict resolution when needed.
• Coordinate case conferences and family group meetings to resolve issues and support positive outcomes.
• Connect families with community resources and wrap-around supports.
• Monitor progress and adjust plans as necessary to ensure child and family well-being.

• Manage an active caseload, working closely with families to implement and monitor case plans.
• Advocate for children and families to ensure access to necessary services and supports.
• Collaborate with internal teams to provide guidance and transition support.
• Track progress, adjust plans as needed, and prepare required reports and documentation.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with community partners and service providers.
• Support initiatives that prevent child intervention and strengthen family resilience.
• Provide consultation, training, and participate in professional development to enhance best practices.

• Maintain accurate case files and documentation in accordance with agency policies and legal standards.
• Participate in program planning, evaluation, and data collection for…