Posting Details
Posted on August 28, 2026

Locations

Red Deer, AB T4N3P7, CAN

On-site

Travel Required : Yes

Pay or shift range: $27.28 CAD to $30.51 CAD
The range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, directly related experience, qualifications and other job-related reasons.

Frontline

Full-Time

Requisition #: SOCIA001145

Description
McMan is a not-for-profit agency that has been operating since 1975. McMan provides a range of comprehensive programs across Alberta. Earning a sound reputation from success stories and positive relationships, McMan has become well known for being a responsive, highly competent, and innovative partner in service delivery. A diverse range of programs and services are accessible through local offices across Alberta to anyone who needs help. We believe that help from someone who cares should never be out of reach.

Our Family Development Program located in Red Deer is seeking a: Full time Temporary Family Development Worker

The Family Development Program provides caring and professional family support to help develop positive family relationships by teaching parenting, living, communication and behavior management skills. This program helps children, youth and parents struggling with a variety of issues. Clients are referred to this program from their local Children Services office.

Minimum Qualifications and Requirements

Diploma at minimum, preferred degree directly related to Human Services

Required 1 year of frontline human services experience, preferred 3 years of human services work related to working with families

Proof of Membership in Professional Association (when applicable)





Knowledge of parent/child relationships and family dynamics

Basic First Aid Level C with Adult, Child, and infant CPR &AED;

Suicide Intervention Training & De-Escalation Training

Intervention Record Check & Criminal Record Check with the vulnerable sector

Class 5 driver’s license, clean drivers abstract and reliable vehicle for client transportation

Knowledge of the Child, Youth and Family Enhancement Act

Knowledge and experience within the Signs of Safety framework would be an asset

Preferred experience in the CS System

Knowledge and understanding of Indigenous Culture considered an asset

Responsibilities include

Supervise Visits between children and biological family

Youth Work and Engagement including connection with Natural Supports

Connect Families with community supports, including family advocacy and support

Support Cultural Engagement and Learning

Family Assessment and Intervention

Coaching/mentoring parents

Life skills training

Facilitating Case Conferences and Family Support Network Meetings

Wage Range
$27.28/hr. - $30.51/hr. Plus, Travel Reimbursement at $0.57/KM.

Benefits
McMan promotes the wellbeing of our employees, promoting flexibility, health, and wellness, as well as an excellent benefit package that includes extended health care, dental and vision.

Hours of work
40 hours per week. Candidates must be available to work a flexible schedule including afternoons, some evenings and weekends to provide services that serve a wide range of populations.

Competition will remain open until a successful candidate is found.

We thank all that apply. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for an interview.

Travel Required
Yes. Red Deer and surrounding area. Travel paid at $0.57/KM.

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📌 Social Services Family Development Worker (Alberta)
🏢 McMan Youth, Family and Community Services Association - Central Region
📍 Alberta