Youth Development Coordinator (Floater)

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.

We are currently looking for Youth Development Coordinator (Floater) staff to work with both our Wellington and Manhattan Place community care group homes for a 6 month contract.

Wellington is a community-based reunification home supporting a sibling group of seven youth aged 8–15 who are referred through Stoney Nakoda Family Services. This home provides a safe and stable living environment with individualized support and around the clock care for sibling groups. This program will also have a strong cultural component, with a focus on strengthening relationships and supporting Indigenous young people and their families toward reunification.

Manhattan Place is a community-based group home for five male and male-identifying complex youth aged 12–17 who are referred through Children and Family Services. This home provides a safe and stable living environment with individualized support and around the clock care for these youth. Manhattan Place works closely with the youth to strengthen relationships with their families and friends and foster connections in the community.

Hours of Work: Shifts will vary and will include days, evenings, nights, and weekends based on identified program needs. A consistent schedule will be provided whenever possible.

Youth Development Coordinators take on a caregiving role within the group home by providing a caring and nurturing home environment that is committed to ensuring daily needs are met in a safe and supportive way. The Youth Development Coordinator will practice from a trauma-informed framework to embed a youth development approach that is both strength and relationship based. The incumbent is expected to model a collaborative, cooperative approach focused on the personal, social, cultural and educational development of youth.

As a Floater Youth Development Coordinator, you will work as the second staff member on shift, supporting the program to maintain a safe, structured, and supportive environment for youth. You will work alongside program staff members and contribute to the program’s daily routines, activities, and operational needs.

Key aspects of this role

• Upholding a duty of care that prioritizes trauma-informed principles to address the complex needs of children and youth who have experienced significant trauma.
• Recognizing and responding to trauma-related behaviours with sensitivity and understanding, emphasizing safety, cultural connectedness, and relationship development.
• Assisting youth to develop life skills, social skills and/or access to community resources.
• Organizing and coordinating general aspects of youth day-to-day needs (e.g., supporting youth with daily needs including getting ready for school, setting up appointments, attending monthly meetings with caseworkers, general household duties such as meal preparation, laundry, and cleaning, etc.).
• Teaching and supporting individuals with activities such as hygiene, basic cooking, money management, shopping, and safety skills.
• Facilitating physical, recreational, educational, social, cultural, and vocational activities.
• Accompanying and/or transporting youth to activities such as appointments, shopping, school, employment or leisure activities, or as required.
• Supporting youth development through role modeling and teaching new skills.
• Supporting youth in navigating relationships with natural supports.
• Providing stabilization through predictable structures, clear expectations and positive behaviour support.

Ideal candidate

• Diploma or Degree in Human Services
• Relevant experience that may come from many places including youth work, family roles, community leadership, cultural involvement and learning, or lived experience
• Someone who builds strong relationships, cares deeply about people, and is willing to learn alongside youth, families, and communities
• Knowledge of Indigenous people’s unique histories, languages, cultural practices, spiritual beliefs, and knowledge systems – direct experience working with Indigenous youth, families, and communities is strongly preferred
• Knowledge of the Natural Supports and Trauma Informed Practice Frameworks
• Proven skills in crisis intervention, conflict resolution, critical thinking and problem solving, as well as excellent written and verbal communication skills
• A good understanding of how trauma, grief and loss can impact identity and connection with natural supports
• The ability to attend staff meetings a few times a year (these may fall outside of regular work hours)
• Current standard First Aid Certification and Suicide Intervention Training
• Valid Driver’s license and adequate insurance coverage (2 million dollars 3rd party liability)
• 3 years of driving experience with a Class 5 license
• Current Police (current within 6 months)
• Child Intervention Record checks (must be within 6 months upon commencement)

Equal Opportunity

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 acknowledge that Indigenous lived experience, community connection, and cultural knowledge are valuable forms of expertise. At McMan, we welcome applications from qualified individuals from diverse backgrounds and encourage Indigenous applicants to share their experiences in ways that feel meaningful to them.

Next Steps

McMan Calgary & Area is committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. If you feel you have the skills, background, and the desire to work in an extremely rewarding and challenging environment, we encourage you to apply now. If you would like to share your experience in a way that differs from a traditional resume or cover letter, please reach out to [email protected].

Salary Range: $2,710.00 per month (based on a pro-rated annualized salary of $32,515.00)

Closing Date: Until a suitable candidate is found

Submit To: https://mcmancalgary.applytojobs.ca/community group home/49462

Thank you for applying to McMan Calgary. While we appreciate your interest in this role, only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

Note - the successful candidate will be required to provide satisfactory background checks, proof of insurance, and work references.

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