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    "description": "<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">What is Chief Kinsosew Awasak Mikiwahp (CKAM)?</span></p>\n<p><br><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">Chief Kinosew Awasak Mikwahp (CKAM)</span> 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.</p>\n<p>“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.”<br> — Chief Dwayne Laboucan, Driftpile Cree Nation .</p>\n<p><br><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">CKAM is committed to:</span></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Keeping families together through culturally grounded family preservation services</li>\n<li>Supporting young adults as they transition to independence</li>\n<li>Advocating for children’s rights and protecting their well-being</li>\n<li>Asserting jurisdiction over child and family services in alignment with our traditions and laws</li>\n</ul>\n<p><br><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">Why should you work with CKAM?</span></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Our organization is routed in culture, community and family and we value our employees.</li>\n<li>We offer a competitive wage and benefit package with a substantial Wellness Incentive Fund.</li>\n<li>Advance your career and grow professionally.</li>\n<li>Benefit from generous paid time off and scheduled holiday closures.</li>\n<li>Opportunities to engage in cultural, community, and family activities such as Traditional cooking classes, cultural crafting, Holiday events throughout the year.</li>\n<li>With CKAM’s proximity to Driftpile, you can experience rural living, where meaningful connections flourish and your life will have space for intention.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">JOB OVERVIEW</span></p>\n<p><br></p>\n<p>As a <span style=\"font-weight: bold\">Practice Specialist</span>, 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.</p>\n<p>In this role, you’ll collaborate with families, service teams, and community partners to design and implement plans that promote permanency and positive outcomes. 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