Social Services Family Facilitator

McMan Youth, Family and Community Services Association; Stettler; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading not-for-profit agency in Alberta seeks a Full-Time Permanent Family Facilitator. This role offers evidence-based services to support families and children aged 0-18. Key responsibilities include group facilitation, providing parental education, and supporting family advocacy. A competitive wage along with a comprehensive benefits package is provided.

Benefits

Extended health care

Dental and vision coverage

Pension plan with 100% employer contribution after 6 months

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years human services experience.
• Proof of Membership in Professional Association (when applicable).
• Intervention Record & Criminal Record Check with vulnerable sector.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate groups for children, youth, and parents.
• Provide education on child developmental milestones.
• Mentor youth in emotional, behavioral, & social development.

Skills

Group facilitation

Knowledge of parent/child relationships

Basic First Aid Level C

Education

Certificate or diploma in Human Services

Job 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 Resource Network in Stettler is seeking a: Full-Time Permanent Family Facilitator

The FRN (Family Resource Network) is funded through the Prevention, Early Intervention and Youth Branch of The Ministry of Children and Family Services and has been created to provide Alberta families, children and youth aged 0-18 with evidence based and informed services. The services offered by the FRN will include child development, well-being support, caregiver capacity building support, and social connections and supports.

Minimum Qualifications and Requirements:

• A certificate or diploma in the Human Services Field and minimum 2 years human services experience (consideration will be given to those with partially completed education)
• Proof of Membership in Professional Association (when applicable)
• Proven record of group facilitation
• Knowledge of parent/child relationships and family dynamics
• Basic First Aid Level C with Adult, Child, and infant CPR &AED
• Intervention Record & Criminal Record Check with the vulnerable sector
• Class 5 Driver’s License, Clean Drivers Abstract and reliable vehicle for occasional client transportation required.

Responsibilities include:

• Group facilitation of children, youth, and parents within the designated communities (travel required)
• Providing education to parents in the areas of a child’s physical, emotional, and social developmental milestones
• Mentorship in the areas of emotional, behavioral & social development for youth
• Linking families with community services
• Family support and advocacy
• Working with families to engage, teach and support them in achieving their full potential with their children (ages 0 – 18 yrs.)

Wage: $23.46-$26.24 per hour. wage to be negotiated based on education and directly related experience. Plus, Travel Reimbursement at $0.55/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 as well as a 100% employer contribution pension after 6 months.

Hours of work: 40 hours per week. A flexible schedule is required with availability to work evenings and at minimum one Saturday a month.

Competition will remain open until Friday, June 6, 2025 at 4:00 p.m.

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