Program Supervisor - Provinical Campus-Based Care (Lac La Biche)
About The Position
The Ministry of Children and Family Services funds programs and services to support vulnerable children, youth, families and individuals to live safely and succeed in Alberta. This includes providing services and resources to protect children and youth from abuse and neglect and effectively addressing harm that has placed them in need of intervention. Mentoring and support services are available to youth transitioning into healthy, productive adults. The ministry also invests in community-based groups that support prevention and early intervention services such as family resource networks, youth emergency shelters as well as programs that raise awareness and help respond to family violence, sexual violence and abuse. Lac la Biche Youth Centre is seeking a dedicated Program Supervisor to lead a team in providing trauma-informed care for youth aged 11-17 with complex emotional and behavioral needs. This role involves guiding and empowering both youth and staff in a collaborative environment.
Requirements
- Related diploma (Child and Youth Care, Sociology, Psychology etc.) plus 4 years progressively responsible related experience or a related degree and 2 years of related experience.
- Strong problem-solving, critical thinking, and decision-making abilities.
- Expertise in change management and conflict resolution.
- Keen ability to absorb information quickly and communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
- Sound knowledge of therapeutic modalities applicable to the clients.
- In-depth knowledge of CAC Standards, Outcome Evaluations, Best Practices, and Program Development.
- Valid Class 5 driver’s license is required.
Nice To Haves
- A sound knowledge and integration of agency philosophy, values, objectives, goals, policies, and procedures as well as Regional & Human Services Ministry objectives is an asset.
- A high cultural competency in Indigenous experience
- Child and Youth Care Degree or Diploma
- Certification with the Child and Youth Care Association of Alberta is preferred.
- Related experience in a campus-based care setting, working with indigenous populations, working in youth homes, crisis intervention, family counselling, youth counselling, youth correction work, childcare program development, trauma informed practice and behavioral therapy.
- First Aid Certificate and Suicide Prevention Certificate
Responsibilities
- Lead and train staff to ensure compliance with legislation, ministry mandates, and agency policies while overseeing service delivery, case management, and care planning for children/youth.
- Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders, supervise staff in implementing therapeutic interventions, and facilitate multidisciplinary programming to support youth well-being.
- Ensure programs align with ministry objectives, oversee quality control, and manage operational decision-making for multiple care programs.
- Lead and support staff, conduct performance evaluations, facilitate coaching conversations, and participate in recruitment.
- Ensure the well-being of children/youth, support crisis prevention and de-escalation, oversee risk assessments, and collaborate with internal/external stakeholders to enhance service delivery.
- Liaise with advocacy groups, facilitate multidisciplinary meetings, support family engagement, and contribute to strategic program planning.
Benefits
- Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP)
- Alberta Public Service Benefit Information
- Professional learning and development
- Positive workplace culture and work-life balance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
