Specialized Foster Parents
Specialized Foster Parents
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24-05-2025
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McMan Youth Family and Community Services Association of Calgary and Area is an organization making a difference in the lives of more than 4100 vulnerable children youth and families annually. We support children youth and families with complex needs that can include mental health issues addictions homelessness poverty and disability by providing them with the services and supports they need to thrive. McMan exists because we believe in everyones deep and infinite worth. At McMan no matter who you are we will always walk with you. In everything we do we will be humble and bold. Through these actions we will be receptive relevant relational and real with our community.
McMan is searching for Specialized Foster Parents in Calgary and Area. A Specialized Foster Parent (also known as a Therapeutic Foster Parent) works as a part of a professional team to make a profound change in the life of a youth in need. McMan compensates Therapeutic Foster Parents $110 per day.
Therapeutic Foster Care (TFC) is a family-based option for youth aged 13-17. What this means is that youll be opening your home to a youth in need so they can benefit from the routines security and sense of stability that living with your family can provide. Often these youth have experienced trauma grief and loss and a loss of their sense of belonging. With your support youth can reconnect to their culture communities and families while gaining the skills needed to succeed.
McMans Therapeutic Foster Care program stands out by providing:
Competitive compensation for daily rates and training
Clinical supports for the youth and family
Cultural supports for the youth and family
A facilitated team approach
Access to a youth worker and a family specialist
Intentional placement matching
Compensated transition planning
You would be a great fit for a youth who needs you if:
You are willing and open to providing emotional support to a youth
You rent or own a home that provides a safe and nurturing environment
You are willing to undergo a paid for SAFE Home Assessment
You are ready and able to engage in substantial initial and ongoing training hours
You are able to provide a clear Child Intervention Check
You are able to provide a clear Criminal Record Check with a Vulnerable Sector Search
You own a reliable and insured vehicle and are able to provide a Drivers Abstract
You are a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada
It is an asset if you have vocational or volunteer experience with trauma-impacted youth.
If you are interested in becoming a Specialized Foster Parent or even if you would like to learn more about it please apply here.
Employment Type
Full-Time
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