Child & Youth Behavioral Specialist – Back on Track Program Position Title: Child & Youth Behavioral Specialist – Back on Track Program
Reports To: Director of Community Programs
Pay Grid: $21-$25/hour
Department: Community Programs
Hours: 37.5 hours/week Temporary until June 25, 2027
Our Culture: YMCA of Southeast Alberta strives to integrate our commitment to diversity and social inclusion in all that we do. We believe that strong leadership is created through the sharing of diverse experiences and perspectives. We actively seek candidates who embody these principles and who reflect the many dimensions of the communities we serve. We are a charitable organization that provides health and fitness opportunities, employment services, licensed childcare, and various community programs in Medicine Hat, Redcliff, and Brooks. When you work at the YMCA, you’ll play an important part in building robust, thriving communities while positively impacting people’s lives. Join our team at the Y, a place where everyone belongs — including you!
Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day, demonstrating our values in action.
We do the right thing.
We are caring, respectful, honest, and responsible in all that we do.
We put people first.
We believe in each other – honouring our strengths, diversity, perspectives, and passions.
We do what we say we will do.
We lead by example.
We are courageous, speaking with conviction and always willing to listen and collaborate.
What qualifications are we looking for? At the YMCA of Southeast Alberta, we strive to ensure our employees are a good fit based on their strengths, interests, and future goals.




The successful candidate will have the following:
Education/Certifications/Credentials/Professional Registration Diploma/Degree in Social Work, Child and Youth Care Counselling related field
Child Development Certificate (Level 1, Level 2 or Level 3 are preferred however on the job
training and support to obtain your level 1 will be provided)
2-3 years’ experience in youth intervention work
Standard Child Care First Aid with CPR Level C
Evidence of a clear Police Information Check (with Vulnerable Sector Search if applicable), within the last six months
Must have a valid driver’s license with a class 07 automobile insurance coverage business use (or pleasure with occasional business use) and a minimum of $2,000,000 in liability coverage
Knowledge & Skills Ability to utilize a strengths-based approach to support children and adolescents in their success in their programs
Ability to act professionally in all situations, representing the YMCA according to its core values
Able to deal with difficult situations and complaints with confidence as well as the ability to deescalate situations as needed
Excellent customer services, organization, case management and time management skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent interpersonal and Leadership skills
Self-motivated with the ability to direct personal performance to achieve desired results without constant direct supervision
Knowledge of Healthy childhood development and effective behavioral intervention strategies for children and youth
Ability to plan, organize and implement daily programming
Ability to actively participate and lead children in a variety of activities
Knowledge of Alberta Child Care Act and Regulations
What does this role look like at the YMCA of Southeast Alberta? Under the

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📌 Child & Youth Behavioral Specialist – Back on Track Program (Alberta)
🏢 YMCA of Medicine Hat
📍 Alberta