Youth Resource Worker

Mcmancalgary; Okotoks; On-site; CAD 54,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading community services organization is seeking a Youth Resource Worker in Okotoks. This role involves providing individualized support and outreach to youth, requiring strong interpersonal skills and a background in human services. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a pension plan and flexible scheduling, promoting a healthy work-life balance. Ideal candidates will have a degree in human services and experience with youth, along with necessary certifications.

Benefits

Extensive benefit plan

Personal days

Paid vacation

Flexible schedule

Employee Assistance Program

100% employer contribution pension plan

Qualifications

• Experience working with youth.
• Proficiency in resource coordination and outreach.

Responsibilities

• Offer short-term individualized support and outreach services.
• Develop and lead youth-focused programs.

Skills

Crisis Support

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Diploma or Degree in Human Services

Tools

First Aid Certification

Suicide Intervention Training

Job description

Youth Resource Worker

McMan Family Resource Network - Okotoks

Permanent Full Time

Internal/External

McMan Youth, Family and Community Services Association of Calgary and Area is an organization making a difference in the lives of more than 4,100 children, youth, adults and families annually. We support children, youth, adults and families with complex needs that can include mental health issues, addictions, homelessness, poverty and disability by providing them with the services and supports they need to thrive. McMan exists because we believe in everyone’s deep and infinite worth. At McMan, no matter who you are, we will always walk with you. In everything we do, we will be humble and bold. Through these actions, we will be receptive, relevant, relational, and real with our community.

McMan is currently recruiting a Youth Resource Worker to join our Okotoks Family Resource Network team. The Youth Resource Worker will offer short-term individualized support, outreach services, and referrals to appropriate community resources.

Evening, occasional weekend work and the ability to be on an on-call rotation within the organization are a required expectation in this position.

The successful candidate will have:

• A Diploma or Degree in Human Services
• Experience working with youth
• Demonstrated initiative in establishing and nurturing professional relationships with community partners, proactively developing and leading youth-focused programs.
• Proficiency in providing crisis support, resource coordination, and comfortable with traveling—sometimes long distances—for outreach and service delivery.
• Knowledge and competence in serving diverse families
• Strong writing, organizational, program planning, facilitation, and interpersonal skills
• A strong knowledge of community and professional resources in Okotoks and surrounding communities
• Current standard First Aid Certification and Suicide Intervention Training
• Valid Driver’s license, reliable vehicle and adequate insurance coverage are required.
• A current Police Check and Child Intervention check (current within six months)

McMan provides a solid blend of an extensive benefit plan, personal days, and the opportunity to contribute to the community at large. Access is provided to benefits within the first month of employment, with a plan that includes vision, dental and prescription drug coverage, and an Employee Assistance Program. A 100% employer contribution pension plan is also provided after 6 months of employment. With paid vacation, a flexible schedule, and personal days, the organization encourages a work life balance.

Equal Opportunity

McMan is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognizes that a diverse staff benefits and enriches the work environment and contributes to organizational excellence. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals including candidates from diverse and indigenous backgrounds and those with disabilities.

If you feel you have the skills, background and the desire to work in an extremely rewarding and challenging environment, apply now.If you’re looking to make a difference, make it with McMan.

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

Closing Date:May 30th , 2025

Apply here:https://mcmancalgary.applytojobs.ca/family resource network/38718

McMan thanks all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.