Child Care Worker (Child Care, Awake Night and Team Lead)

Heritage Family Services is seeking full-time Child Care Workers, Awake Night and Team Lead for multiple programs located in Red Deer, Alberta.

The ideal candidate will have likely be characterized by others as authentic, service-focused, responsible, organized and outgoing, and who demonstrates strong interpersonal skills with an ability to develop healthy relationships through a trauma-informed lens with children and youth in care.

Child Care Worker/Awake Night

Schedule - 4 on 2 off, 8hr shifts/ 4 on and 4 off 8hr shifts/ 3 on 3 off 12 hour shifts/ 3 on 3 off 8 hour shifts

The responsibilities of this role include, but are not limited to:

- Build trusting relationships, respect individuality, and support each youth’s self-esteem.

- Ensure safety by following security protocols, and maintaining a calm, stable environment.

- Carry out daily routines, youth-centered activities, and meal preparation.

- Provide care that meets each youth’s emotional needs, advocate on their behalf, and ensure access to the Child and Youth Advocate.

- Support youth in developing life skills, including social skills, problem-solving, and self-regulation.

The successful candidate will have:

- Must be 18 or older.

- Post-secondary education (or enrollment) in Social Work or Human Services is an asset.

- Minimum 2 years of direct care experience.

- Skilled in therapeutic care and Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI), with knowledge of child development, trauma, and grief.

- Respect and understand Indigenous traditions, diverse cultures, identities, genders, and sexualities.

- Able to communicate cross-culturally and work effectively with marginalized individuals and groups.

Team Lead

Schedule - 4 on 2 off, 8hr shifts/3 on 3 off 12 hour shifts

The responsibilities of this role include, but are not limited to:

- Build trusting relationships, respect individuality, and support each youth’s self-esteem.

- Ensure a safe, secure, and emotionally stable environment by following protocols.

- Lead shifts by supporting, coaching, and guiding clients and staff.

- Carry out daily routines, youth-focused programs, and meal preparation.

- Provide nurturing care, advocate for youth, and ensure access to the Child and Youth Advocate.

- Help youth develop life skills, including social skills, problem-solving, and self-regulation.

The successful candidate will have:

- Diploma (2 years) in Human Services, 3 years relevant experience with children/youth, and over 18 years old.

- Skilled in therapeutic care and Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI), with knowledge of child development, trauma, and grief.

- Respectful of Indigenous traditions and diverse identities, including appropriate cultural care and correct use of terminology and pronouns.

- Able to communicate cross-culturally and work effectively with marginalized individuals and groups.

Mandatory Requirements:

If you are selected as the successful candidate, you will be required to provide the following documents as a condition of employment upon receiving the job offer

A Criminal Record Check (with Vulnerable Sector) that is dated within the last 6 months

A Child Intervention Check that is dated within the last 6 months

Proof of eligibility to work in Canada

Class 5 Alberta Government Issued Driver’s License for 3 or more years in Canada

A Driver's Abstract that is dated within the last 6 months

Copy of education listed in resume.

*Please note that given the nature of our work, proficiency in both spoken and written English is required.

Heritage Family Services is a person-focused team using an attachment-based, developmental approach to caregiving. Our direct care staff are trained in Therapeutic Crisis Intervention and supported by a skilled Service Team to promote growth in those we serve. With 50 years of experience serving Alberta’s children and families, we value authenticity, service, quality, and responsibility, attracting dedicated human services professionals.

We are an equal opportunity employer and only consider candidates authorized to work in Canada.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.37-$23.01 per hour

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• On-site parking
• RRSP match

Licence/Certification:

• Class 5 Licence (required)

Work Location: In person