YOUTH DEVELOPMENT WORKER

McMan Youth, Family and Community Services Association of Calgary & Area; Okotoks; On-site; CAD 54,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid vacation

Personal days

Flexible schedule

Job summary

McMan Calgary & Area is seeking a Youth Development Worker to provide strengths-based, individualized support to youth aged 12–24 in Okotoks. Services are delivered within the HUB, schools, and community, with collaboration among youth, caregivers, school staff, and partners.

The role requires some evening work 2–3 nights per week and occasional weekends, based out of the Family Resource Network in Okotoks. A Diploma or degree in Human Services and relevant experience are essential.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Human Services or a related discipline.
• Direct experience working with youth from diverse cultural and socio-economic backgrounds.
• Experience working with at risk youth with complex needs (mental health concerns, housing instability, truancy, etc.).
• Strong working knowledge of child/youth development.
• Insight and understanding related to trauma, grief, and loss.
• Understanding and ability to work with numerous social service systems, community, and professional resources.
• Solid written, organizational, and case management skills.
• Strong interpersonal, problem solving and critical thinking skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with youth and families to identify needs, establish goals, and develop individualized support plans.
• Provide advocacy, referrals, and connections to appropriate community resources and supports.
• Build trusting, supportive relationships with youth and young adults.
• Support youth in developing life skills, confidence, independence, and positive relationships.
• Provide strengths-based support and assist youth in navigating challenges and achieving their goals.
• Apply crisis management skills and respond appropriately to emerging needs.
• Work independently in the community while collaborating with caregivers, school staff, and community partners, as appropriate.

Education

Diploma or degree in Human Services

Job description

Meaningful work. Lasting impact. At McMan Calgary & Area, connection is at the centre of everything we do. Each year, we support more than 5,000 children, youth, adults and families facing complex challenges, including mental health concerns, addiction, homelessness, poverty and disability. We believe every person has deep and lasting worth, and we see people for who they are, not for what they're facing.

Youth Development Woker

Family Resource Network (FRN) - Okotoks

Permanent Full-time (40 hours/week)

McMan Calgary

Internal/External

Meaningful work. Lasting impact. At McMan Calgary & Area, connection is at the centre of everything we do. Each year, we support more than 5,000 children, youth, adults and families facing complex challenges, including mental health concerns, addiction, homelessness, poverty and disability. We believe every person has deep and lasting worth, and we see people for who they are, not for what they're facing.

Our work supports people to rebuild and strengthen connections to self, peers, family, community, culture and the land. Belonging, identity and wellbeing grow through relationships because people need people. Professional support is there for a season or a reason, not a lifetime. We create the conditions; people build the lives they want for themselves.

The Role

McMan’s Family Resource Network is looking for an energetic and experienced Youth Development Worker to join our team. The successful candidate will provide strengths-based, individualized support to youth and young adults ages 12–24, empowering them to develop the skills, relationships, confidence, and resources needed to achieve their goals, increase their independence, and build a positive future. Services are delivered within the HUB, schools, and community, in collaboration with youth, caregivers, school staff, and community partners, as appropriate.

This position will be based out of the Family Resource Network in Okotoks and does require some evening work (~2-3 evenings per week), and occasional weekends.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with youth and families to identify needs, establish goals, and develop individualized support plans.
• Provide advocacy, referrals, and connections to appropriate community resources and supports.
• Build trusting, supportive relationships with youth and young adults.
• Support youth in developing life skills, confidence, independence, and positive relationships.
• Provide strengths-based support and assist youth in navigating challenges and achieving their goals.
• Apply crisis management skills and respond appropriately to emerging needs.
• Work independently in the community while collaborating with caregivers, school staff, and community partners, as appropriate.
• Upholding core values and service standards ensuring daily work, decisions and interactions reflect McMan’s five core values—Commitment, Trust, Empathy, Respect and Genuineness—and align with our service delivery framework.

Ideal Candidate

• Diploma or degree in Human Services or a related discipline, with at least 3 years of direct work experience
• Direct experience working with youth from diverse cultural and socio-economic backgrounds
• Experience working with at risk youth with complex needs (mental health concerns, housing instability, truancy, etc.)
• Strong working knowledge of child/youth development
• Insight and understanding related to trauma, grief, and loss
• Understanding and ability to work with numerous social service systems, community, and professional resources
• Solid written, organizational, and case management skills
• Strong interpersonal, problem solving and critical thinking skills
• Knowledge of the Natural Supports Framework would be an asset
• Strong written, organizational, interpersonal, and case management skills
• Flexible availability, including some evenings and weekends, to meet programming needs
• Participate in the organization's on-call rotation

Role Requirements (required Prior To Start)

• Police Information Check including Vulnerable Sector Check (dated within 6 months of date of hire)
• Child Intervention Record Check (dated within 6 months of date of hire)
• Standard First Aid Certification (dated within 3 years of date of hire)
• Valid Driver’s license
• Driver’s Abstract (dated within 30 days within date of hire)
• Reliable vehicle and proof of $2M in third-party liability insurance coverage

Employee Benefits And Workplace Culture

McMan provides a robust blend of employee benefits, personal days, and the opportunity to contribute to the community at large. Temp staff will have access to Health, Dental, Paramedical Services with above industry access to counselling benefits, Vision, Prescription Drug Coverage, and an Employee & Family Assistance Program. With paid vacation, a flexible schedule, and personal days, the organization encourages and supports work life balance.

Equity, Diversity & Reconciliation

At McMan, connection is at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion because we know that diverse perspectives enrich our work and deepening our connection to the communities we serve. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and identities. As part of our active reconciliation journey, Indigenous protocols, Elder guidance, and cultural learning are central to our daily work. We honour Indigenous lived experience, community connection, and cultural knowledge as vital expertise, and we invite Indigenous applicants to share their journey with us in ways that feel meaningful to them.

Salary Range: $54,193.00 - $60,215.00 annually

Closing Date: Until a suitable candidate is found

Note - the successful candidate will be required to provide satisfactory work references, current (dated within 6 months) Police/Vulnerable Sector background checks, Intervention Record Check (IRC) and CPR/First Aid (all must be completed prior to start date), valid Drivers' License, current Drivers' Abstract and proof of $2M third party liability insurance.

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