FRN Parent Coach

Town of Peace River; Peace River; On-site; CAD 31,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

The Town of Peace River is seeking a Parent Coach to support families across the Peace Region. The role blends program creation, facilitation, and community collaboration, with travel required.

You will design and deliver programs for parents and caregivers, lead workshops and sessions, provide one-on-one education and support, and maintain accurate records while working evenings and weekends as needed.

Qualifications

• Education and experience in a human service field such as social work, early childhood education, psychology or human ecology.
• Clear and effective communication abilities.
• Experience in program development and facilitation.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver programing and events for parents and caregivers throughout the Peace Region.
• Lead courses, workshops, information sessions, and developmental screenings.
• Provide one-on-one parent education and support.
• Participate in team meetings, training, and in-services.
• Travel throughout the Peace Region to deliver services.

Skills

Communication

Program development

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Child development knowledge

Education

Human services field education

Job description

The Peace Region Family Resource Network (FRN) is expanding and we’re looking for someone amazing to join our passionate, community-focused team! If you arelooking for meaningful work where you can make a real difference in families’ lives? Join our team as a Parent Coach and help support children, youth, and caregivers across the Peace Region. The FRN is a contract for service with the Government of Alberta that provides service to a large area, as far as Manning and Clearhills County.

This dynamic role blends program creation, facilitation, and community collaboration—perfect for someone who enjoys variety, connection, and impact. You will facilitate support groups, mom and baby programing, and programs designed specifically for parents and caregivers

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Design and deliver programing and events for parents and caregivers throughout the Peace Region.Collaborate with community agencies and partners to enhance service delivery
• Lead courses, workshops, information sessions, and developmental screenings
• Provide one-on-one parent education and support
• Participate actively in team meetings, training, and in-services
• Work collaboratively with FRN and Town of Peace River staff
• Partner with community organizations to deliver programs and events
• Maintain safe, clean, and welcoming program spaces
• Keep accurate client records, case notes, and reporting documentation
• Travel throughout the Peace Region to deliver services
• Represent FRN positively within the community

What You Bring:

• Education and experience in a human service field such as social work, early childhood education, psychology or human ecology.
• Clear and effective communication abilities
• Experience in program development and facilitation
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Positive, approachable attitude with strong interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of child development, trauma-informed care, and family supports

What You Need:

• Valid driver’s license, reliable vehicle, and insurance (travel is required)
• Standard First Aid/CPR certification
• RCMP Vulnerable Sector Check and Intervention Record Check (required prior to hire and annually)
• Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed
• Physically able to lift, carry, and set up program equipment

What You Get:

• A supportive team that truly cares about each other and the community
• The chance to get creative, make connections, and make a difference
• A varied, meaningful role with room to grow professionally

Join us in building stronger families, one connection at a time.

Wage: $27.00 per hour

Hours: max 7.5 hours per day, 20 hours per week. Evenings and weekends may be required.

Closing Date:Open until a suitable candidate is found.

The Town of Peace River welcomes diversity in the workplace and encourages applications from all qualified candidates. Complete job descriptions are available upon request.

We thank all participants for their interest, however only those who are selected for an interview will be contacted.