Posted 2 days ago
Prevention Worker - 078-2026
@ Fort McKay First Nation
Alberta
Overview
Fort McKay First Nation is hiring a full-time Prevention Worker with Fort McKay Child and Family Services to build and deliver culturally grounded prevention and early-intervention programs for children, youth and families. The work includes outreach, advocacy, land-based cultural activities and reporting. The posting states a Monday to Thursday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Friday 8:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. schedule, with transportation to and from work, a matched pension plan and health benefits. Preference goes to qualified applicants of Indigenous ancestry.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and deliver prevention programs for children, youth and families
- Organize land-based cultural, recreational and educational activities
- Provide home and community outreach and advocacy
- Liaise with CFS and Delegated First Nation Agencies
- Document activities and support reporting and evaluation
Requirements summary:
- High school diploma or GED
- Diploma in social work or related human services field
- Three years of social service or community work experience
- RSW with ACSW preferred
- Experience in Indigenous child and family prevention is an asset
Source and dates
Employer career site / ATS feed · bamboohr
- Employer posting date
- 2026-11-05
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-06
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-06
These dates describe the source record, not a live verification that the employer is still hiring. Check the original posting.
Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Social & community services |
| Experience | 3+ years |
| Hours per week | 37.5 |
| Schedule | day |
| Travel | air: none · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Office, Client sites, Outdoors |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer moderate |
| Licences & certifications | Registered Social Worker (ACSW) |
| Background checks | drug and alcohol |
| Encouraged to apply | Indigenous peoples |
| Education | High school (required), College diploma (required) |
| Fields of study | Social Work, Human Services, Program Services |
| Perks mentioned | Retirement plan, Transit support |
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Fort McKay First Nation
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Full company description
Fort McKay First Nation (FMFN), located along the banks of the Athabasca River in the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo north of Fort McMurray. There are approximately 800 Dene, Cree and Métis community members living in Fort McKay. The FMFN shares a border with the Fort McKay Métis Community and together we call Fort McKay home. The FMFN believes the practice and preservation of our traditional ways of life can occur simultaneously alongside continuous and responsible oil sands development. This philosophy has allowed the FMFN to enhance our community's social and economic conditions through effective partnerships with industry and government. We are known for our good working relationships with the surrounding oil sands companies. FMFN strives to balance resource development with protecting the health of our community and the environment.
- LinkedIn followers
- 9,225
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 141
- Reported office locations
- Community of, Fort McKay, Alberta, CA
- Business categories
- Health Care
- Communities
- Wellness
- Mental Health
- Medical
- Other recorded names
- Fort McKay First Nation
- Specialties
- Administration
- Sustainability
- Community Resources & Support Services
- Construction & Facilities Maintenance
- Education
- Health & Human Services
- Transportation & Road Maintenance
- Parks & Recreation
- and Human Resources and Skills Development
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 0
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Fort McKay First Nation (FMFN), located along the banks of the Athabasca River in the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo north of Fort McMurray. There are approximately 800 Dene, Cree and Métis community members living in Fort McKay. The FMFN shares a border with the Fort McKay Métis Community and together we call Fort McKay home. The FMFN believes the practice and preservation of our traditional ways of life…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Government Administration |
| Company size | 1,001-5,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Fort McKay, Alberta |
| Organization type | Nonprofit |
| Specialties | AdministrationSustainabilityCommunity Resources & Support ServicesConstruction & Facilities MaintenanceEducationHealth & Human ServicesTransportation & Road MaintenanceParks & Recreationand Human Resources and Skills Development |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 10 |
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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 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 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.
HOW TO APPLY:
ONLINE: Job Board - Fort McKay First Nation
You can also check us out on social media -> Facebook & LinkedIn
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Please ensure you indicate the Competition #078-2026
*Preference will be given to qualified applicants of Indigenous ancestry in any hiring decision, please declare your Indigenous status in your application.
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