Youth Resource Worker

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

Job summary

McMan Calgary seeks a Youth Resource Worker in Okotoks to provide individualized support and outreach services to youth. The role demands experience in human services, crisis management, and strong interpersonal skills. McMan emphasizes equity, diversity, and inclusion, welcoming applications from all backgrounds. A comprehensive benefits package and supportive work-life balance are offered.

Benefits

Extensive benefit plan including vision, dental, and prescription drug coverage

100% employer contribution pension plan after 6 months

Paid vacation

Flexible schedule

Personal days

Qualifications

• Experience working with youth is crucial.
• Proficiency in crisis support and resource coordination required.
• Current standard First Aid Certification and Suicide Intervention Training needed.

Responsibilities

• Offer short-term individualized support and outreach services.
• Establish and nurture professional relationships with community partners.
• Provide referrals to appropriate community resources.

Skills

Crisis Management

Direct Support

Behavior Management

Conflict Management

Writing Skills

Education

Diploma or Degree in Human Services

Job description

McMan Youth Family and Community Services Association of Calgary and Area is an organization making a difference in the lives of more than 4100 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 everyones 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 shortterm individualized support outreach services and referrals to appropriate community resources.

Evening occasional weekend work and the ability to be on an oncall 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 youthfocused programs.
• Proficiency in providing crisis support resource coordination and comfortable with travelingsometimes long distancesfor 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 Drivers 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.

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 youre looking to make a difference make it with McMan.

Salary Range : $54193.00 $60215.00

Closing Date : May 30th 2025

Apply here : resource network / 38718

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

Key Skills

Crisis Management,Direct Support,Behavior Management,Behavioral Health,Mediation Experience,Conflict Management,Computer Literacy,Child Protective Services,Experience with Children,Medication Administration,Social Work,Writing Skills