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Therapeutic Foster Parents - Calgary & Area
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3.5
Calgary, AB
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Remote
From $110 a day
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From $110 a day
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Therapeutic Foster ParentsMcMan Calgary & Area – Calgary, AB
At McMan Calgary & Area, connection is at our core. Every year, we make a meaningful difference in the lives of more than 5,000 children, youth, adults, and families by providing programs and services that support those with complex needs—including mental health challenges, addictions, homelessness, poverty, and disabilities. We believe in everyone’s deep and infinite worth, and no matter who you are, we will walk alongside you.
Through our work, we rebuild, integrate, and strengthen connections—to self, peers, families, communities, support professionals, and the land—because people need people. Our sense of well-being, identity, and belonging comes from relationships, and healing happens through these connections. Professional supports are there for a season or a reason—not a lifetime—because our goal is to empower individuals and families to thrive independently.
Make a meaningful difference in a young person’s life.McMan Calgary & Area is seeking compassionate and committed individuals to become Therapeutic Foster Parents (TFPs) for youth ages 13–17 in our Therapeutic Foster Care (TFC) program. This is a unique opportunity to provide a safe, supportive home while working alongside a professional care team to help youth build resilience, stability, and life skills.
About the RoleAs a Therapeutic Foster Parent, you will welcome a youth into your home and provide day-to-day care, guidance, and support. You will play a key role in helping them navigate challenges, develop strengths, and experience a sense of belonging.Therapeutic Foster Care is a family-based alternative to group care, combining a nurturing home environment with therapeutic approaches tailored to each youth’s needs.
What You’ll Do
  • Provide a stable, caring, and structured home environment
  • Support youth with emotional, behavioral, and developmental needs
  • Implement individualized Therapeutic Care Plans and strategies
  • Build positive, trusting relationships through consistent, supportive interactions
  • Support cultural, spiritual, and personal identity development
  • Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and participate in regular meetings
  • Maintain communication, documentation, and follow-through on plans

Support & TrainingYou will not be doing this alone. TFPs are supported by a dedicated team, including a family specialist, team lead, youth worker, and clinician.We offer:
  • Comprehensive pre-service training
  • Ongoing specialized training opportunities
  • 24/7 on-call support
  • Regular in-home support and coaching
  • Access to additional cultural and community resources

Qualifications & Requirements
  • Experience or willingness to learn about trauma-informed care
  • Ability to have a flexible schedule to meet the daily changing needs of the youth in your home
  • Ability to approach youth with empathy and understanding
  • Strong communication, organization, and teamwork skills
  • Ability to follow structured plans and professional guidance
  • Openness to diverse cultures, beliefs, and practices
  • Capacity to balance caregiving responsibilities with training commitments
  • A stable home environment suitable for youth placement

Why Join McMan Calgary & Area?
  • Make a lasting impact in the life of a young person
  • Be part of a supportive, professional care team
  • Receive ongoing training and development
  • Play an active role in strengthening families and communities

Compensation:
  • Per Diem: Tax-free stipend that pays for the needs of the foster child and reimburses you for your parenting:
  • $110 per night
  • Rate includes: daily living costs, clothing, child allowance, personal care items
  • Required training compensation

The program also compensates individuals for specialized agency training and respite care. If you are interested in becoming a caregiver, please send in an application here: https://mcmancalgary.applytojobs.ca/therapeutic_foster_care/47088

Pay: $110.00 per day

Work Location: Remote

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