Part-time Parenting Time Facilitator

YW Calgary; Calgary; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

A community support organization in Calgary is seeking a Parenting Time Facilitator to supervise visits between non-custodial adults and children. The role is critical in promoting resilience during family transitions. Interested candidates must have relevant qualifications and a strong commitment to inclusivity and safety.

Benefits

Flexible schedules

Comprehensive benefits

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience working with families impacted by separation or divorce.
• Strong understanding of domestic violence and family conflict.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Supervise visits between non-custodial adults and children.
• Perform intake assessments and safety planning.
• Maintain detailed records of visits and incidents.

Skills

Crisis intervention skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Judgement and risk assessment

Education

Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Human Services

Alberta Family Wellness Initiative’s Brain Story certification

Job description

Overview

The Parenting Time Facilitator plays an important role in supporting families undergoing transitions due to separation, divorce, or other family conflict. This position supervises visits between non-custodial adults and their children and ensures a safe and supportive environment for these interactions. The Facilitator promotes resilience and positive outcomes by taking a trauma-informed and strength-based approach to working with families. There are two positions available.

Schedule

• Tuesdays & Thursdays 3:45 – 8:45pm, and Saturdays 8:30am-4:00pm
• Tuesdays & Thursdays 3:45 – 8:45pm

What We Offer

• Truly rewarding work; contribute to lasting, positive change for individuals and our community
• Flexible schedules where possible to help our employees manage work and life
• A supportive team environment and opportunities for professional development
• Comprehensive benefits including an employee assistance plan
• Onsite fitness and childcare facilities
• Participate in ongoing opportunities for professional development

What You\'ll Do

• Perform intake assessments with families and gather relevant information and documentation, including safety planning and risk assessment.
• Use a strengths-based, trauma-informed approach to facilitate the development of parenting goals and use empathic, strengths-based approaches to guide parents in meeting goals.
• Oversee and monitor scheduled visits between non-custodial adults and children, ensuring a safe and supportive environment.
• Escort children to and from the visitation space and consult with custodial adults regarding care instructions for visits and exchanges.
• Observe supervised parenting time in a supportive way without judgement; report concerns with program coordinator and/or supervisor.
• Intercept during supervised parenting time when the safety of the child, other program participants, or staff is at risk.
• May support with the development and/or facilitation of educational workshops to support workshops for families if needed, focusing on coping with separation or divorce, effective co-parenting strategies, and emotional well-being.
• Respond to requests for information and/or service by phone or email; regularly monitor email inbox and other communications.
• Keep detailed records of supervised visits and workshop attendance, including observations and any incidents, and prepare reports as required.
• Integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion principles into one’s role, work, and engagement with others, as aligned with YW Calgary’s values and Practice Framework.
• Ensure work aligns with YW Calgary’s Health, Safety, and Wellness policies while promoting a safe, inclusive, and psychologically healthy workplace. Report hazards or incidents promptly, address unsafe practices, and use required safety equipment to support risk mitigation and compliance with legislative standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Human Services, Social Work, Child Studies, or related field. Other education with relevant experience will be considered.
• Experience working with families impacted by separation, divorce, and/or domestic violence is an asset.
• Strong understanding of domestic violence and other types of family conflict.
• Sound judgement and risk assessment skills.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and strong crisis intervention skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to quickly develop rapport and establish professional, respectful relationships with others using a positive and non-judgmental approach.
• Approach work and others through the lens of equity, diversity and inclusivity.
• Alberta Family Wellness Initiative’s Brain Story certification required or to be completed within 3 months of employment.
• NVCI and First Aid Level C are required upon commencement of employment.

Equal Opportunity

YW Calgary is committed to providing an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workplace where all employees, volunteers and clients feel valued and respected, whatever their race, religious beliefs, colour, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, disability, age, ancestry, or place of origin.

How to Apply

If you want to change lives, we want to hear from you. Deadline: until a suitable candidate is found. Apply today by submitting your resume, cover letter, and salary expectations. Check out our website for more information about YW Calgary: www.ywcalgary.ca