CHILD & FAMILY SERVICES
Child & Family Services support the safety and well-being of First Nations children ordinarily residing on-reserve.
This ATC program supports the delivery of culturally appropriate prevention and protection services for First Nations children and families, in accordance with the legislation and standards of Alberta.
All children are protected by provincial or territorial child welfare legislation as child and family services are matters of provincial or territorial jurisdiction. The CFS department works together with families and communities to develop nurturing, safe, environments for children, youth, and individuals where family strengths are recognized.
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Child Family Services
Providing culturally appropriate services for First Nations children and families is our top priority. If you or someone you know is in crisis or in need of support to prevent crisis, contact our team now! We are stronger when we support each other.
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KINSHIP & FOSTER CARE PROGRAM
Maintaining and protecting children’s community connection, Indigenous identity, culture, heritage, spirituality, language and traditions.
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FAMILY PROGRAMMING
Open to all ATC First Nations Community Members, programming is here to support families while promoting community activities and events that strengthen families and community connections.
Family Programming Activities, Events, and Workshops
Discover the strength and unity within Indigenous parenting, creating a legacy of love and connection for generations to come.
Welcoming new moms, soon to be moms, aunties, setsuné, and kokums too. Drop-in for Elder care, Auntiesupports. Learn all about pre-natal/post-natal care, birthing options, Indigenous Midwifery, traditional parenting, and Indigenous medicines. Refreshments, snacks, crafts, and door prizes at each session.
KOKUMS & SETSUNÉ RIBBON SKIRT MAKING FOR GRANDMOTHERS WHO ARE CARING FOR THEIR GRANDCHILDREN IN THE FORT CHIPEWYAN COMMUNITY
An after-school club that promotes wellness and inclusivity. Girls can build self-confidence by discussing important topics that impact their lives.
Welcoming new moms, soon to be moms, aunties, setsuné, and kokums too. Drop-in for Elder care, Auntiesupports. Learn all about pre-natal/post-natal care, birthing options, Indigenous Midwifery, traditional parenting, and Indigenous medicines. Refreshments, snacks, crafts, and door prizes at each session.
KOKUMS & SETSUNÉ RIBBON SKIRT MAKING FOR GRANDMOTHERS WHO ARE CARING FOR THEIR GRANDCHILDREN IN THE FORT CHIPEWYAN COMMUNITY
An after-school club that promotes wellness and inclusivity. Girls can build self-confidence by discussing important topics that impact their lives.
Welcoming new moms, soon to be moms, aunties, setsuné, and kokums too. Drop-in for Elder care, Auntiesupports. Learn all about pre-natal/post-natal care, birthing options, Indigenous Midwifery, traditional parenting, and Indigenous medicines. Refreshments, snacks, crafts, and door prizes at each session.
An after-school club that promotes wellness and inclusivity. Girls can build self-confidence by discussing important topics that impact their lives.
Welcoming new moms, soon to be moms, aunties, setsuné, and kokums too. Drop-in for Elder care, Auntiesupports. Learn all about pre-natal/post-natal care, birthing options, Indigenous Midwifery, traditional parenting, and Indigenous medicines. Refreshments, snacks, crafts, and door prizes at each session.
An after-school club that promotes wellness and inclusivity. Girls can build self-confidence by discussing important topics that impact their lives.
Careers in ATC Child & Family Service Department
Join us and be part of the team healing our communities.
Under the direction of the Post Majority Support Services Supervisor, the Post Majority Support Worker will be responsible for empowering our young community members who are aging out of care and/or are young adults formerly in care. The Post Majority Support Services Worker will develop and implement effective strategies to support the youth and young adults to reach self sufficiency within their communities.
Under the direction of the Child and Family Services Director the Post Majority Support Services Supervisor will be responsible in leading the program area that services young adults entering adulthood that are aging out of care. The Post Majority Support Services Supervisor will assist in the development and implementation of effective strategies to support youth and young adults to reach self-sufficiency within their communities.
Under the supervision of the Mental Health and Wellness Outreach team Supervisor, the Mental Health Cultural Liaison Worker (MHCL) will be responsible in delivering immediate mental health, wellness, and culturally appropriate outreach responses to our nation members in crisis.
Under the supervision of the Mental Health and Wellness Outreach Supervisor, the Child and Youth Responder will be responsible in delivering immediate mental health and wellness outreach response to our children and youth in crisis.
Under the supervision of the Mental Health and Wellness Outreach Supervisor, the Elders Support Responder will be responsible in delivering immediate mental health and wellness outreach response to Elders in crisis.
Under the supervision of the Mental Health and Wellness Outreach Supervisor, the Mental Health Response Intake Coordinator (MHRIC) will be responsible in receiving intake calls and coordinating team responder(s) as needed to deliver immediate mental health and wellness outreach response to our nation members in crisis.
The ATC Child and Family Services, Community Prevention Coordinator is responsible for leading the design and implementation of programming that promotes language, cultural development, and family preservation. Practitioners in this role will focus on Cree and Dene customs, as relevant to the community’s rich cultural history.
Reporting to the Director of Child and Family Services, this position is responsible for the planning, delivery, and evaluation of community programs that are culturally relevant and focused on increasing family wellness and identity. The long-term goal of the prevention program is to reduce the number of children coming into care and ensure children remain connected to their community, families, and culture.
Reporting to the Child and Family Services (CFS) Director, the CFS Intervention Supervisor will oversee foster care, intake and assessment, and assist staff with case planning, management of agreements, court work, and permanency planning. The CFS intervention Supervisor is responsible for the delivery of services in accordance with the Child and Youth Family Enhancement Act.
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.
CFS Urgent or Crisis Contacts
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ATC Child & Family Services Main Line
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Child & Family Services On Call
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Child & Family Services Crisis Unit