Pius Okoronkwo
Summary
Compassionate and experienced Child Intervention Practitioner with a Delegation Level 7 certification and a strong background in assessment, case planning, and trauma-informed care. Demonstrates a commitment to Indigenous cultural preservation and child-centered practice, with a proven ability to build trust with families and stakeholders while ensuring safety and well-being for children and youth.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Child Intervention Practitioner
Stoney Nakoda Child and Family Services
07.2024 - Current
- Provide intervention services under Delegation Level 7 following CYFEA and the Child Intervention Practice Framework.
- Conduct safety and risk assessments, lead case planning, and implement trauma-informed, culturally grounded interventions.
- Facilitate family meetings and develop cultural plans to ensure relational, cultural, legal, and physical connections.
- Prepare and present legal documents including TGOs, PGOs, and Supervision Orders; testify in court as required.
- Collaborate with families, caregivers, and professionals while maintaining documentation in CICIO and Case Connect.
- Participate in 24-hour on-call rotation and respond to urgent child protection concerns.
Case Manager – Youth Transition to Adulthood (YTA)
Trellis Society
05.2023 - 07.2024
- Collaborated with youth and families to address housing stability and coordinated services for successful community living.
- Utilized trauma-informed and harm-reduction strategies to support life skill development and independence.
- Advocated for resources and connected youth to culturally appropriate supports.
Child and Youth Care Counsellor (Team Lead)
Track Young People Lodge – Hull Services
08.2022 - 07.2024
- Led therapeutic interventions and collaborated on treatment plans for youth with complex needs.
- Ensured compliance with the Youth Criminal Justice Act and Mental Health Act in all service delivery.
- Facilitated client and family engagement to enhance treatment outcomes.
- Trained new staff on best practices for client engagement
- Conducted regular team meetings to discuss client progress and strategic interventions.
Youth Worker
McMan Youth, Family & Community Services Association
06.2020 - 06.2022
- Provided trauma-informed care in shelter and group home environments.
- Supported youth in mental health, addiction, and life skills development.
- Promoted positive community integration and strengthened natural supports.
Education
Bachelor - Psychology
Athabasca University
Associate Degree - Criminology
Ryerson University
01.2018
Skills
- Delegated Level 7 – Child Intervention Practitioner
- Strong Assessment and Case Planning Skills
- Trauma-Informed and Culturally-Safe Practice
- Signs of Safety and CYFEA Framework Application
- Crisis Management and Conflict Resolution
- ASIST Suicide Intervention Training
- Aboriginal Awareness and Indigenous Cultural Competence
- Strong Written and Verbal Communication
- Microsoft Office, CICIO, and Case Connect Systems
Additional Training
Software and Customized Computer Training – New Heights Computer Institute
Timeline
Child Intervention Practitioner
Stoney Nakoda Child and Family Services
07.2024 - Current
Case Manager – Youth Transition to Adulthood (YTA)
Trellis Society
05.2023 - 07.2024
Child and Youth Care Counsellor (Team Lead)
Track Young People Lodge – Hull Services
08.2022 - 07.2024
Youth Worker
McMan Youth, Family & Community Services Association
06.2020 - 06.2022
Associate Degree - Criminology
Ryerson University
Bachelor - Psychology
Athabasca University
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