YW Calgary is the largest and longest serving women’s organization in Calgary. Through its more than 108 year history, the organization has touched tens of thousands of lives and evolved its programs to meet the changing needs of women in the community. YW offers a continuum of programs and services for women, and their families, who are struggling with poverty, homelessness, family violence and isolation.
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Helping women and their families move from surviving to thriving.
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YW Calgary is the largest and longest serving women’s organization in Calgary. Through its more than 108 year history, the organization has touched tens of thousands of lives and evolved its programs to meet the changing needs of women in the community. YW offers a continuum of programs and services for women, and their families, who are struggling with poverty, homelessness, family violence and isolation.
LinkedIn followers
10,567
People associated on LinkedIn
253
Reported office locations
1715 17 Ave SE, Calgary, Alberta T2G 5J1, CA
2003 16 St SE, Calgary, Alberta T2G 5B7, CA
Business categories
Social
Non Profit
Women's
Other recorded names
YW Calgary
YWCA Calgary
Specialties
Family Violence Prevention
Homelessness Solutions
Counselling
Education and Employment Skills
and Childcare
Profile identifies a recruitment agency
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Reported total investment
0
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Industry
Civic and Social Organizations
Size
201-500 employees
Headquarters
Calgary, Alberta
Organization type
Nonprofit
Year founded
1910
Specialties
Family Violence PreventionHomelessness SolutionsCounsellingEducation and Employment Skillsand Childcare
YW Calgary has 13 open jobs in Canada as of November 6, 2026. Top locations: Calgary.
5+ YOE2+ MgmtCandidates need a related human services degree, at least five years of community-based work with children, youth and families including two years in supervision, and current CPR and First Aid certification. ASIST and NVCI training are required on hire.
2+ YOEYWCA Calgary needs candidates with two to four years of progressive recruitment and HR experience, including employee relations or onboarding, and post-secondary education in HR, business administration, communications or a related field. CPHR and RPR designations and UKG experience are assets.
Candidates need an Early Learning and Childcare certificate or diploma and Alberta Childcare Certification at Level 2 or higher, plus experience in a licensed childcare centre. They must hold a clear Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector Search, Family Wellness Core Brain Story and First Aid CPR Level C certifications, and knowledge of Alberta childcare regulations.
Child care, Early childhood education, Allergies, Medication administration, Documentation, Confidentiality
5+ YOECandidates need 5 to 7 years of progressive HR experience, a degree or diploma in Human Resources (or equivalent), and strong knowledge of employment legislation. HRIS, HR metrics and learning systems experience is required, and a CPHR is an asset.
1+ YOECandidates need an Early Learning and Childcare Diploma or equivalent, a Level 2 Alberta Childcare Certification, and 1 to 3 years of childcare centre experience. Knowledge of domestic violence, Alberta childcare regulations and sound judgement in keeping children safe are also needed.
Child care, Allergies, Medication administration, Counselling, Confidentiality, Decision making
2+ YOECandidates need a bachelor's degree in social work, counselling or a related field, professional registration such as ACSW, and at least 2 years working with vulnerable women facing complex mental health, addictions, violence or homelessness. CPR, First Aid, ASIST and NVCI training are required on starting.
1+ YOECandidates need post-secondary education in human services or social work, plus 1-2 years working in a shelter. Trauma-informed care, crisis intervention and strong communication and record-keeping skills are preferred.
1+ YOECandidates need post-secondary education in human services, social work or equivalent, and 1-2 years of shelter experience. Training in trauma-informed care, gender-based violence or crisis intervention, strong record-keeping, and Microsoft Office skills are preferred.
Candidates need strong customer service and communication skills in English, experience operating cleaning equipment and handling cleaning chemicals safely, and computer literacy with Microsoft 365. First Aid and current WHMIS certification are required, or First Aid completed within three to six months of hire.
3+ YOECandidates need a Red Seal Cook certification, current food-safety certification, and at least three years of kitchen experience. They also need proven team leadership, menu planning and inventory skills, and proficiency with scheduling and ordering software.
2+ YOECandidates need a Master's in social work, counselling or clinical psychology and registration with a professional body under the Health Professions Act. They also need at least two years of family violence work and two years of counselling experience, plus First Aid/CPR, Naloxone, ASIST, NVCI and Brain Story certifications within three months of hire.
Candidates need current enrollment in an Early Childhood Education program (Level 1, 2 or 3), a high school diploma or equivalent, basic First Aid and CPR certification, and a clear Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector search. Strong verbal and written communication skills are also required.
Child care, Early childhood education, Communication skills, Teamwork, Teaching, First Aid
Candidates need a vulnerable sector police check, a reference check and a commitment to scheduled shifts. They must follow childcare policies and licensing guidelines and feel comfortable engaging children through play.
Child care, Supervise staff, Confidentiality, Vulnerable sector check