0.8 FTE Youth and Family Support Practitioner – Passages (Calgary)

0.8 FTE Youth and Family Support Practitioner – Passages (Calgary)

30 Jul
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Enviros WSA
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Calgary

30 Jul

Enviros WSA

Calgary

About Enviros

Enviros is an innovative social services agency that provides critical, individualized programs to children, youth, adults, and families in vulnerable situations to meet their desired outcomes and wellness. We help clients make strength‑based changes to move toward independence within a healthy community. Our programs are grounded in experiential learning, promote personal discovery and growth, and emphasize relationship‑based foundations. Since 1976, we have adopted evidence‑based best practices and principles such as Voice and Choice, Collaboration/Team Based, Natural Supports, Community Based, Cultural Humility and Learning, Individualized, Strength‑Based, Persistence and Outcomes‑Based.

Position: Youth and Family Support Practitioner

Permanent 0.8 FTE (32 hours per week). Work days: Friday through Monday, 7 a.m.–3 p.m. This role provides supervision, support, and direct care to youth residing in the Passages program and collaborates with the team to implement treatment plans.

Program – Passages

The Passages Program is a six‑bed Live‑In program for youth ages 13‑17 with status with Children’s Services. It offers recreation, life‑skills and relationship‑based activities with an average stay of 6‑12 months, aiming to support each youth’s successful transition back to family or an appropriate placement.

Responsibilities

- Provide supervision and support to youth in the program and ensure treatment plans are implemented.
- Assist with daily household routines, chores, and minor facility maintenance.
- Directly support youth through programs and activities.




- Maintain accurate computer records and complete daily administrative tasks including case management.

Competencies

- Robust relationship development skills.
- Collaborative team player with creativity and strong organizational skills.
- Adaptive, flexible, and able to handle changing situations.
- Strong communication and de‑escalation skills.

Education and Experience

Applicants must have at least a degree or diploma in a Human Service field and experience working with youth in a group‑living environment. Knowledge of trauma‑informed practices and the ability to work independently are required.

Other Qualifications

- Current Standard First Aid and CPR C.
- Current Criminal Record Check with a Vulnerable Sectors designation.
- Valid Class 5 driver’s licence with a clean driving record.

Benefits

- Competitive salary.
- Benefits program.
- Comprehensive training program.
- Work wellness programme.

Pre‑Employment Background Check Requirements

All staff must complete an Intervention Record Check (IRC) and a Criminal Record Check including a Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) before the employee’s start date. Checks may take up to six (6) weeks to complete and must be no more than six (6) months old at the time of hire.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Enviros believes in the power of diversity and is dedicated to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment. We provide equal opportunity to all applicants and encourage applicants of all visible minorities, including Indigenous persons, and those of any religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression to apply. Preference will be given to candidates who self‑identify as Indigenous.

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📌 0.8 FTE Youth and Family Support Practitioner – Passages (Calgary)
🏢 Enviros WSA
📍 Calgary

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