At CarePros, we are both a leading Social Services Agency and a passionate and supportive team that believes in making a difference. CarePros specializes in Trauma-Informed Personalized Community Care and Agency Foster Care for children and youth with complex medical and behavioural needs. Empowering youths through cultural connection, family reunification, and transition into adulthood. We are looking for a Senior Lead Child and Youth Care Worker (Senior Lead CYCW) in Grande Prairie, to set up youths for success after their time with CarePros by nurturing their physical, social, cultural, and emotional well-being. By showcasing your direct care, crisis management, and documentation skills, you'll set the gold standard for all CYCWs. Work Schedule Rotation: Conduct and document supervisions for temporary casual CYCWs. Manage regular medication management coaching for CYCWs. Manage direct report CYCWs' training, skills, and knowledge to ensure compliance with policies and required standards. Budget supervision (petty cash management). Collaborate with admin personnel under Children's Services and Family Support for Children with Disabilities (FSCD), and other stakeholders (medical, educational, and community). Maintain cleanliness of program house (dusting, vacuuming, laundry) and perform outdoor shovelling and gardening with youths. Plan goals with youths and support them in achieving success. Compile data for Case Team meetings/stakeholder reporting. Monitor organization of program activities (school, employment, volunteering, recreation, life skills, cultural and community connections). Support ongoing development of care plans. Audit first aid supplies monthly and submit inventory lists. Assist/coach youths with meal planning and preparation.



Build meaningful connections with youths through companionship, social interaction, patience, emotional support, and mentally stimulating activities. Support youths with personal hygiene and sleep routines. Schedule/attend youth appointments, medical and legal, ensuring follow-up. One year verifiable experience working directly with youth that have complex behavioural and mental health needs. Post secondary degree or diploma in Child and Youth Care, Social Work, or Psychology. In-depth knowledge of child and youth care mental wellness, therapeutic crisis intervention (TCI), and home care best practices. Own a reliable four-door vehicle to transport individual(s) in care. ~ An active Alberta Class 5 Driver's License. ~ 2 Million Alberta Auto Insurance Liability coverage. ~ Clear Criminal Record with Vulnerable Sector Check obtained in last six months. ~ Clear Intervention Record Check obtained from Children Services in last six months. Walk and stand for extended periods, including long distances. Work in varied environments, including outdoor and seasonal conditions. Perform fine motor tasks (typing, grasping, holding) and repetitive movements. Group RRSP matching after one year of full-time employment. Comprehensive benefits package (Health, Dental, Vision, Employee and Family Assistance Program). Structured rotation for built-in balance and recharge time. Career development support and paid training. Cornell University Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) training. An inclusive, diverse, and supportive culture where we work together to better serve our individuals in care. Here, you're part of something bigger, surrounded by people who believe in the power of community, connection, and caring.

📌 Senior Lead Child and Youth Care Worker (Canada)
🏢 CarePros
📍 Canada