Prevention Worker - 078-2026

Fort McKay First Nation; Fort McKay; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Fort McKay First Nation seeks a Prevention Worker to develop and deliver prevention programs, strengthening family and community wellness. You will work closely with the Fort McKay Child and Family Services Prevention Worker to reduce risks, provide early intervention, and promote wellbeing through culturally grounded supports.

You will build partnerships with internal departments, external agencies, and Indigenous communities, organize land-based activities, and advocate for families through

Qualifications

• Three (3) years of experience in social service or community work.
• Experience in prevention and wellness programming for Indigenous child and family services is an asset.
• Working experience organizing events in First Nation rural or remote communities.

Responsibilities

• Help build and launch prevention-focused programs for children, youth and families.
• Facilitate communication and build positive relationship between internal departments and external agencies including Child and Family Services (CFS) and Delegated First Nation Agencies (DFNA).
• Participate in awareness campaigns to support preventative measures in various domains to increase awareness, reduce stigma, and promote community support for individuals and families facing challenges.
• Organize and deliver land based cultural, recreational and educational activities to promote overall community wellness.
• Support families through home and community based outreach and advocacy
• Document program activities and support regular reporting and evaluation
• Foster respectful and culturally safe environments that uphold clients rights, dignity and autonomy
• Other duties as assigned

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Diploma in Social Work or related human services field

Registered Social Worker with Alberta College of Social Workers (ACSW) preferred

Job description

ABOUT THE ROLE

Working closely with Fort McKay Child and Family Services Prevention Worker is responsible for strengthening family and community wellness through culturally grounded support by developing and delivering prevention programs to reduce risks, provide early intervention, and strengthen family and community wellbeing.

KEY RESPNSIBILITIES

• Help build and launch prevention-focused programs for children, youth and families.
• Facilitate communication and build positive relationship between internal departments and external agencies including Child and Family Services (CFS) and Delegated Forst Nation Agencies (DFNA).
• Participate in awareness campaigns to support preventative measures in various domains to increase awareness, reduce stigma, and promote community support for individuals and families facing challenges.
• Organize and deliver land based cultural, recreational and educational activities to promote overall community wellness.
• Support families through home and community based outreach and advocacy
• Document program activities and support regular reporting and evaluation
• Foster respectful and culturally safe environments that uphold clients rights, dignity and autonomy
• Other duties as assigned

KEY REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Diploma in Social Work or a related human services or program services field is required.
• Registered Social Worker with Alberta College of Social Workers (ACSW) is preferred
• An equivalent combination of experience and education may be considered.
• Three (3) years of experience in social service or community work is required
• Experience in prevention and wellness programing for indigenous child and family services is an asset.
• Working experience organizing events in First Nation rural or remote communities

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

This position has been designated as safety sensitive and requires strict compliance with all company safety policies, procedures, and standards. As a condition of employment, the successful candidate will be required to successfully complete and pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test prior to commencing employment.

WHY APPLY?

At Fort McKay, we value the dedication of our employees, which is why we give so much in return. In addition to Competitive Pay, we also offer the following;

• Transportation to and from work
• An employer matched Pension Plan
• Comprehensive Health benefits package with Medical, Dental and Vision coverage
• The opportunity to work with a community that is committed to protecting its traditional lands
• Shift: Monday to Thursday 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Friday 8:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

*Preference will be given to qualified applicants of Indigenous ancestry in any hiring decision, please declare your Indigenous status in your application.