Social Services Family Facilitator

McMan Youth, Family and Community Services Association, Central Region•Red Deer, AB

8d•CA$23 - CA$27•Hybrid

About The Position

McMan is a not-for-profit agency that has been operating since 1975. McMan provides a range of comprehensive programs across Alberta. Earning a sound reputation from success stories and positive relationships, McMan has become well known for being a responsive, highly competent, and innovative partner in service delivery. A diverse range of programs and services are accessible through local offices across Alberta to anyone who needs help. We believe that help from someone who cares should never be out of reach. Our Family Resource Network in Red Deer is seeking a: Full-Time Permanent Family Facilitator The FRN (Family Resource Network) is funded through the Childcare and Early Intervention Delivery Branch of The Ministry of Children and Family Services and has been created to provide Alberta families, with children aged 0-18 and youth up to age 24 with evidence based and informed services. The services offered by the FRN will include child development, well-being support, caregiver capacity building support, and social connections and support.

Requirements

At minimum a post secondary diploma related to human services from an approved institution
Required 2 years experience facilitating community based programs
Proof of Membership in Professional Association (when applicable)
Proven record of group facilitation
Knowledge of parent/child relationships and family dynamics
Can model appropriate parenting skills.
Basic First Aid Level C with Adult, Child, and infant CPR &AED
Suicide Intervention Training & De-Escalation Training
Intervention Record & Criminal Record Check with the vulnerable sector
Class 5 Driver’s License, Clean Drivers Abstract and reliable vehicle for occasional client transportation required.

Nice To Haves

Preferred certificate related to facilitation

Responsibilities

Group facilitation of children, youth, and parents within the designated communities (travel required)
Providing education to parents in the areas of a child’s physical, emotional, and social developmental milestones
Mentorship in the areas of emotional, behavioral & social development for youth
Linking families with community services
Family support and advocacy
Working with families to engage, teach and support them in achieving their full potential with their children (ages 0 – 18 yrs.)