Family Futures Resource Network is a non-profit organization whose mission is to build on the strengths of individuals and families through connection, support, and education to create a better future.
Child and Youth Liaison
Full-Time – 37.5 hours per week
We are looking for positive, strength-focused, and enthusiastic role model to deliver programs and individualized supports for children and youth as well as caregiver education programs on adolescent development. Programs will use various curriculum to support mental health development in schools, summer camp programs, evening youth programming, and Agency events. Individual youth and caregiver support may be provided both onsite and in the community.
Benefits:
· Comparable Wages
· Health and Welfare Spending Account
· RRSP Contributions
· Professional Development Opportunities
· 15 Paid Health Maintenance Days
· Annual Paid Vacation, Including an Extra Paid Week Between Christmas and New Years
Qualifications and Experience:
· Minimum of a Post-Secondary Diploma in a relevant human services field
· Minimum of 1 year’s direct experience facilitating programs for children and youth
· Experience working with diverse populations, vulnerable youth, and supporting caregivers
· De-escalation Training an asset
· Experience with crime prevention and facilitation of peer support circles is an asset
Knowledge and Skills and Attributes
· Solid understanding of child/youth development and family dynamics
· Ability to build trusting, positive relationships using a strength-based, non-judgmental approach
· Understanding of behavioral guidance strategies, harm reduction and trauma-informed practice
· Ability to serve as a member of an interdisciplinary team
· Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and collaborative skills
· Strong professional boundaries
· Ability to be physically active and meet the physical demands of the job - walking distances, engaging in sporting activities, stooping, squatting, and occasionally lifting supplies weighing approximately 20 pounds
Other:
· Valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle
· Current certification in First Aid and Suicide Intervention
· Valid Police Information and Vulnerable Sector Check and Alberta Children’s Services Intervention Check
· Willing to work a flexible schedule, which could include daytime, evening, and Saturday hours
Only those selected for an interview will be contacted
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $25.04-$25.92 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Paid time off
- Wellness program
Education:
- Secondary School (preferred)
Experience:
- facilitation: 1 year (preferred)
- child and youth: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Drivers License (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 2025-08-29