Youth Support Worker jobs in Calgary, AB
Youth & Family Counsellor I / II
Easily applyUrgently hiringWood's HomesCalgary, AB T2N 4N8- Full-time
- Rotating shift
- Paid vacation
- Create and maintain a structured environment that supports therapeutic engagement and increased functioning.
- Shift premium ($3.00/hr) between 11:00pm and 7:00am…
Indigenous Child and Youth Worker (Calgary & Area)
Easily applyOften replies in 1 dayCloser to HomeCalgary, AB T3C 0K1- $23 an hour
- Full-time
- Weekends as needed +1
- Mileage reimbursement
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Disability insurance
- RRSP match
- Extended health care
- The Child & Youth Worker will work with a team of professionals to support Indigenous children and youth in a culturally safe and immersive home.
Generalist Intake Assessor
Easily applyNewTsuut'ina NationTsuut'ina, AB- Full-time
- Weekends as needed +2
- Paid time off
- Vision care
- Life insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Disability insurance
- Company pension
- Maintain positive working relationships with community support services.
- Working within a collaborative team environment, the position supports children, youth,…
View similar jobs with this employerEnvirosCalgary, AB T2E 7J2- Full-time
- Wellness program
- The support worker will support the safety and wellbeing of the youth while assisting with weekly appointments, organized outings, and supporting youth…
View similar jobs with this employerEnvirosCalgary, AB T2E 7J2- Full-time
- Wellness program
- The support worker will support the safety and wellbeing of the youth while assisting with weekly appointments, organized outings, and supporting youth…
View similar jobs with this employerEnvirosCalgary, AB T2E 7J2- Full-time
- Wellness program
- The support worker will support the safety and wellbeing of the youth while assisting with weekly appointments, organized outings, and supporting youth…
- EnvirosCalgary, AB T2E 7J2
- Full-time
- Actively engage youth with their sleep hygiene routines providing support and structure to youth in the program.
- CPR and first aid certification.
- EnvirosCalgary, AB T2E 7J2
- Full-time
- Wellness program
- All workers are expected to assist with daily household routines and chores, minor facility maintenance and direct youth support.
- EnvirosCalgary, AB T2E 7J2
- Flexible schedule
- Wellness program
- Engaging and interviewing youth on strength, needs and culture to be compiled in youth presentations.
- The Community Connector will provide a structured,…
- EnvirosCalgary, AB T2E 7J2
- Full-time
- Experience working with youth in a community setting is an asset.
- This program helps youth make the most of the resources available within the community and…
- McManCalgary, AB T2E 8Y3
- $22.06 an hour
- Contract
- Day shift +2
- Supporting youth in navigating relationships with natural supports.
- This home provides a safe and stable living environment with individualized support and…
- EnvirosCalgary, AB T2E 7J2
- Full-time
- Weekends as needed +2
- Working with the Supervisor and Program team to understand the Stages of Change and how to integrate these into day-to-day activities that support the youth’s…
- McManCalgary, AB T2T 5R6
- $57,384–$63,761 a year
- Permanent
- Vision care
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Paid vacation
- Flexible schedule
- Facilitating regular wraparound meetings, safety planning, and engaging family and natural supports for up to three youth.
- McManCalgary, AB T2E 8Y3
- $34,176 a year
- Permanent
- Dental care
- Paid vacation
- Flexible schedule
- Provide support and develop relationships with the youth and their natural supports.
- Each youth has their own transition worker who provides support in their…
- EnvirosCalgary, AB T2E 7J2
- Full-time
- On call
- Desire to support youth with complex needs.
- Our Therapeutic Foster Parents provide youth with a safe, caring family home that can support their healthy…
- McManCalgary, AB T2E 8Y3
- $43,354.40–$48,172.00 a year
- Part-time
- Dental care
- Paid vacation
- Flexible schedule
- Supporting youth in navigating relationships with natural supports.
- This home provides a safe and stable living environment with individualized support and…
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We're a not-for-profit mental health centre based in Calgary, with locations across Alberta. Our mission is to build good mental health and well-being so everyone can thrive in their community.
Start your career where you can make a real difference every day. If you’ve recently graduated in Social Work, Psychology, Child & Youth Care, or a related field, come grow your skills with us!
About us
At Wood’s Homes, we prioritize dignity, integrity, and respect in all our interactions. We are committed to reducing stigma, promoting mental health, and supporting Truth and Reconciliation, diversity, and inclusivity. Commitment to high-risk adolescents, challenged with some very tough issues, is not easy. These are the times when our frontline workers spring into action. The type of work we do requires quick thinking, patience, confidence, forgiveness and persistence.
Why Choose Us?
- Competitive compensation package which includes:
- Competitive hourly rates,
- Acuity premium ($1.00-$2.00/hr) depending on program area,
- Shift premium ($3.00/hr) between 11:00pm and 7:00am,
- 3 weeks paid vacation,
- Employer/Employee paid health benefits through Sunlife,
- Retirement Pension Program (We'll match your contributions!),
- Continuous opportunities for learning and professional development.
The Role
The Youth and Family Counsellor works on a rotational shift schedule 4 days on/4 days off which includes days, evenings, weekends and awake overnight shifts, ensuring 24/7 coverage for the youth in our care. The Youth and Family Counsellor is responsible for the direct care and treatment of children within our programs. Providing support and services that impact the healing and wellbeing of children, young people, and families through individualized case management, and ongoing development of structure, routine, and goal setting within the program.
Responsibilities:
- Lead therapeutic interventions and case management for children and families, including attending meetings and consultations.
- Create and maintain a structured environment that supports therapeutic engagement and increased functioning.
- Teach daily life skills, including chores, routines, and personal hygiene.
- Develop and revise individual care plans and goals in collaboration with other team members.
- Provide cultural and spiritual engagement opportunities, connecting youth with Elders and spiritual leaders.
- Manage crisis situations using non-abusive restraint techniques aligned with Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI).
- Perform tasks related to program functioning, such as meal preparation, cleaning, and transportation.
- Ensure program compliance with Children and Family Services Licensing, COR Certification, and Accreditation Standards.
Qualifications:
- Class 5 driver’s license
- Current CPR and First Aid Certification.
- Diploma or Degree in Social Sciences, Child and Youth Care, Addictions and Mental Health, Peer Support, Social Work, Nursing, or a related field, with a minimum of two to four years of related experience.
- Experience working with vulnerable populations within various systems including the child welfare, homeless serving, criminal justice, developmental disabilities is preferred.
We embrace each other’s differences and strive to learn and grow from them. If you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process, feel free to let us know and we'll be more than happy to assist you.
Why choose us. We are committed to a workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We empower and are advocates for our employees by welcoming, respecting and valuing their unique perspectives, backgrounds and experiences. At Wood’s Homes we embrace each other’s differences and strive to learn and grow from them. We sincerely thank all applicants for their interest in this position; however, only those moving forward in the selection process will be contacted.