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Youth Development Worker

McMan Calgary

Job Location:

Okotoks - Canada

Yearly Salary: CAD 54193 - 60215

Posted: 6 November 2026 (1 hour ago)

Application Deadline: 3 February 2027

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Youth Development Woker

Family Resource Network (FRN) - Okotoks

Permanent Full-time (40 hours/week)

McMan Calgary

Internal/External

Meaningful work. Lasting impact.

At McMan Calgary & Area connection is at the centre of everything we do. Each year we support more than 5000 children youth adults and families facing complex challenges including mental health concerns addiction homelessness poverty and disability. We believe every person has deep and lasting worth and we see people for who they are not for what theyre facing.

Our work supports people to rebuild and strengthen connections to self peers family community culture and the land. Belonging identity and wellbeing grow through relationships because people need people. Professional support is there for a season or a reason not a lifetime. We create the conditions; people build the lives they want for themselves.

The Role

McMans Family Resource Network is looking for an energetic and experienced Youth Development Worker to join our team. The successful candidate will provide strengths-based individualized support to youth and young adults ages 1224 empowering them to develop the skills relationships confidence and resources needed to achieve their goals increase their independence and build a positive future. Services are delivered within the HUB schools and community in collaboration with youth caregivers school staff and community partners as appropriate.

This position will be based out of the Family Resource Network in Okotoks and does require some evening work (2-3 evenings per week) and occasional weekends.

Key Responsibilities

Collaborate with youth and families to identify needs establish goals and develop individualized support plans.
Provide advocacy referrals and connections to appropriate community resources and supports.
Build trusting supportive relationships with youth and young adults.
Support youth in developing life skills confidence independence and positive relationships.
Provide strengths-based support and assist youth in navigating challenges and achieving their goals.
Apply crisis management skills and respond appropriately to emerging needs.
Work independently in the community while collaborating with caregivers school staff and community partners as appropriate.
Upholding core values and service standards ensuring daily work decisions and interactions reflect McMans five core valuesCommitment Trust Empathy Respect and Genuinenessand align with our service delivery framework.

Ideal Candidate

Diploma or degree in Human Services or a related discipline with at least 3 years of direct work experience
Direct experience working with youth from diverse cultural and socio-economic backgrounds
Experience working with at risk youth with complex needs (mental health concerns housing instability truancy etc.)
Strong working knowledge of child/youth development
Insight and understanding related to trauma grief and loss
Understanding and ability to work with numerous social service systems community and professional resources
Solid written organizational and case management skills
Strong interpersonal problem solving and critical thinking skills
Knowledge of the Natural Supports Framework would be an asset
Strong written organizational interpersonal and case management skills
Flexible availability including some evenings and weekends to meet programming needs
Participate in the organizations on-call rotation

Role Requirements (required prior to start)

Police Information Check including Vulnerable Sector Check (dated within 6 months of date of hire)
Child Intervention Record Check (dated within 6 months of date of hire)
Standard First Aid Certification (dated within 3 years of date of hire)
Valid Drivers license
Drivers Abstract (dated within 30 days within date of hire)
Reliable vehicle and proof of $2M in third-party liability insurance coverage

Employee Benefits and Workplace Culture

McMan provides a robust blend of employee benefits personal days and the opportunity to contribute to the community at large. Temp staff will have access to Health Dental Paramedical Services with above industry access to counselling benefits Vision Prescription Drug Coverage and an Employee & Family Assistance Program. With paid vacation a flexible schedule and personal days the organization encourages and supports work life balance.

Equity Diversity & Reconciliation

At McMan connection is at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to equity diversity and inclusion because we know that diverse perspectives enrich our work and deepen our connection to the communities we serve. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and identities. As part of our active reconciliation journey Indigenous protocols Elder guidance and cultural learning are central to our daily work. We honour Indigenous lived experience community connection and cultural knowledge as vital expertise and we invite Indigenous applicants to share their journey with us in ways that feel meaningful to them.

Next Steps

The work we do matters. If our mission resonates with you and youre looking to make a difference send us a cover letter and resume telling us why McMan and what youd bring to the role. If you would like to share your experience in a way that differs from a traditional resume or cover letter please reach out to .

Salary Range:$54193.00 - $60215.00 annually

Closing Date:Until a suitable candidate is found

Submit To: resource network/52162

Thank you for your interest in McMan. We read every application and well reach out directly to the people we invite to interview.

Note - the successful candidate will be required to provide satisfactory work references current (dated within 6 months) Police/Vulnerable Sector background checks Intervention Record Check (IRC) and CPR/First Aid (all must be completed prior to start date) valid Drivers License current Drivers Abstract and proof of $2M third party liability insurance.

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