Social Services Family Development Worker

McMan Youth, Family and Community Services Association, Central Region; Red Deer; On-site; CAD 38,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health care

Dental and vision

Job summary

McMan Youth, Family and Community Services Association, Central Region in Red Deer, AB is hiring a Full-Time Temporary Family Development Worker for the Family Development Program. The role provides family support, parenting education, and skills training to families referred by Children Services, with a focus on positive relationships and safety.

Responsibilities include supervising visits, engaging youth, coordinating supports, and coaching parents; a diploma in Human Services is required and

Qualifications

• Diploma or higher in Human Services or related field.
• 1 year frontline human services experience preferred 3 years with families.
• Membership in a Professional Association when applicable.
• Knowledge of parent/child relationships and family dynamics.
• Basic First Aid with CPR & AED.
• Suicide Intervention & De-Escalation Training.
• Criminal Record Check including vulnerable sector.
• Clean driving record with Class 5 license and reliable vehicle.
• Knowledge of the Child, Youth and Family Enhancement Act.

Responsibilities

• Supervise visits between children and biological family.
• Youth engagement and connecting with natural supports.
• Link families with community supports and advocacy.
• Support cultural engagement and learning.
• Family assessments and interventions.
• Coach/mentor parents, teach life skills.
• Facilitate case conferences and family support meetings.

Skills

Knowledge of family dynamics

Communication with families

Intervention/De-escalation

Cultural awareness

Life coaching/mentoring

Public safety awareness

Education

Diploma in Human Services (minimum)

Tools

First Aid CPR AED

Job description

Posting Details

Posted on August 28, 2026

Locations

• Red Deer, AB T4N3P7, CAN
• On-site
• Travel Required : Yes
• Pay or shift range: $27.28 CAD to $30.51 CAD
  The range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, directly related experience, qualifications and other job-related reasons.
• Frontline
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: SOCIA001145

Description

McMan is a not-for-profit agency that has been operating since 1975. McMan provides a range of comprehensive programs across Alberta. Earning a sound reputation from success stories and positive relationships, McMan has become well known for being a responsive, highly competent, and innovative partner in service delivery. A diverse range of programs and services are accessible through local offices across Alberta to anyone who needs help. We believe that help from someone who cares should never be out of reach.

Our Family Development Program located in Red Deer is seeking a: Full-Time Temporary Family Development Worker

The Family Development Program provides caring and professional family support to help develop positive family relationships by teaching parenting, living, communication and behavior management skills. This program helps children, youth and parents struggling with a variety of issues. Clients are referred to this program from their local Children Services office.

Minimum Qualifications and Requirements

• Diploma at minimum, preferred degree directly related to Human Services
• Required 1 year of frontline human services experience, preferred 3 years of human services work related to working with families
• Proof of Membership in Professional Association (when applicable)
• Knowledge of parent/child relationships and family dynamics
• Basic First Aid Level C with Adult, Child, and infant CPR &AED
• Suicide Intervention Training & De-Escalation Training
• Intervention Record Check & Criminal Record Check with the vulnerable sector
• Class 5 driver’s license, clean drivers abstract and reliable vehicle for client transportation
• Knowledge of the Child, Youth and Family Enhancement Act
• Knowledge and experience within the Signs of Safety framework would be an asset
• Preferred experience in the CS System
• Knowledge and understanding of Indigenous Culture considered an asset

Responsibilities include

• Supervise Visits between children and biological family
• Youth Work and Engagement including connection with Natural Supports
• Connect Families with community supports, including family advocacy and support
• Support Cultural Engagement and Learning
• Family Assessment and Intervention
• Coaching/mentoring parents
• Life skills training
• Facilitating Case Conferences and Family Support Network Meetings

Wage Range

$27.28/hr. - $30.51/hr. Plus, Travel Reimbursement at $0.57/KM.

Benefits

McMan promotes the wellbeing of our employees, promoting flexibility, health, and wellness, as well as an excellent benefit package that includes extended health care, dental and vision.

Hours of work

40 hours per week. Candidates must be available to work a flexible schedule including afternoons, some evenings and weekends to provide services that serve a wide range of populations.

Competition will remain open until a successful candidate is found.

We thank all that apply. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for an interview.

Travel Required

Yes. Red Deer and surrounding area. Travel paid at $0.57/KM.