Training Practice Specialist

Role Responsibilities

Are you passionate about advancing trauma-informed care and supporting vulnerable children and youth? Join the Child Intervention Delivery Division, Provincial Campus Based Care (PCBC) branch as a Practice Specialist, where you'll play a critical role in leading the development and delivery of specialized training for frontline staff at Provincial Campus Based Care (PCBC). 
 
PCBC centers across the province offer 24/7 trauma informed care and secure services for vulnerable youth (ages 12 -17 receiving child intervention services) and their families.   PCBC’s integrate best practices to help youth reach their potential and address emotional and behavioral therapeutic needs.
 
Reporting to the Provincial Manager, the Practice Specialist will ensure staff are equipped with current, relevant training aligned with best practices—empowering them to make informed, compassionate decisions that have a lasting impact on the lives of Alberta’s most at-risk children and families.
 
This position requires a high level of skill in the areas of communication, collaboration, and coordination. Occasional travel is an expectation of the role to other Provincial Campus Based Care sites. 

Qualifications

Minimum Recruitment Standard:  A Bachelor’s of Social Work or related and 2 year of related experience
 
Equivalency:

• Master of Social Work and 1-year related experience; OR
• Related university degree and 4 years related experience; OR
• Related diploma and 5 years related experience; OR
• Related certificate and 6 years related experience
   

Preferences to Candidates with: 

• A post-secondary degree in Social Services or a related field such as Adult Education, Organizational Development, or Counselling Psychology; a Master’s degree (e.g., Counselling Psychology or Social Work) is considered an asset with minimum of 1 year of directly related experience in a relevant field
• Strong knowledge of child intervention systems and Residential Facilities Licensing Regulation
• Familiarity with the Therapeutic Crisis intervention
• Experience in designing, developing, delivering, and evaluating adult learning and training programs
• Proficiency in current and emerging adult learning methodologies, including online training tools and delivery platforms
• Understanding of research methodologies and their application to practice and program development
• Awareness of Ministry business strategies, priorities, programs, and resources
• Knowledge of Government of Alberta (GoA) learning and development strategies and initiatives
• Current certification in First Aid with CPR and Suicide Intervention
• Class 5 valid driver’s license (mandatory)
   

Assets:

• Strong Communication and Relationship-Building Skills: Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, build strong internal and external working relationships, and collaborate with a broad range of stakeholders, both within and outside the ministry.
• Leadership in Coaching, Mentoring, and Facilitation: Skilled in coaching, mentoring, facilitation, and negotiation, with a focus on supporting teams, resolving issues, and enabling effective decision-making.
• Project and Contract Management Expertise: Proven experience in managing contracts and leading multiple concurrent projects, while ensuring quality outcomes, adherence to timelines, and alignment with strategic goals.
• Strategic Planning and Organizational Skills: Highly organized with the ability to plan, prioritize, and manage competing demands in both independent and team-based work environments.
• Innovative and Analytical Thinking: Demonstrated creativity, analytical skills, and problem-solving ability to develop, assess, and implement new programs, services, or initiatives effectively.
• Adaptability and Professional Responsibility:  Able to travel as required while maintaining a balance between work and home demands; demonstrates discal responsbility and professionalism while on travel status.

Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification.  Refer to https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-minimum-recruitment-standards.

Notes

A cover letter is not required with your application, as such it is important that your resume is detailed and accurate, listing your experience, as well as the months, years, your title, and duties you performed.
 
There is 1 Temporary full  time position ending August 31, 2026.

Hours of Work: This position works Monday to Friday, 36.25-hours a week.
 
Location: Edmonton, Alberta with flexibility to travel to all Provincial Campus Based Care (PCBC) locations.
 
Pre-Employment Requirements:

As part of the application process, final candidates will be required to undergo the below mentioned pre-employment checks including medical checks. Candidates must satisfactorily qualify on:

• In-Person or Virtual multi-panel interview
• Academic credential check
• Professional and/or academic reference checks
• Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector
• Intervention Record Check
• Alberta College of Social Workers Registration (if applicable – required for all Social Work Graduates)
  
  

Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in. Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses, will be the responsibility of the candidate.

 
Candidate screening and interviews will be taking place periodically throughout the job posting. Interviews will be taking place virtually/in-person, and accommodation may be made if requested.

Links and information on what the GoA have to offer to prospective employees:
•    Working for the Alberta Public Service - https://www.alberta.ca/advantages-working-for-alberta-public-service.aspx
•    Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP) - https://www.pspp.ca
•    Alberta Public Service Benefit Information - https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-benefits
•    Professional learning and development - https://www.alberta.ca/professional-development-support-directive
•    Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool – https://researchapscareers.alberta.ca
•    Positive workplace culture and work-life balance
•    Opportunity to participate in flexible work arrangements such as working from home up to two days per week and modified work schedule agreement
•    Leadership and mentorship programs