YTA Case Manager in Calgary

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. Enviros helps our clients make strength-based changes to move to independence within a healthy community. Enviros focuses programs on the unique needs of individual clients practicing experiential learning to provide opportunities for personal discovery and growth. Enviros' focus is on building relationships and is the foundation of the work we do. This enables clients to develop skills, healthy trust, and independence.

The Program – Youth Transition to Adulthood Program

Our Youth Transition to Adulthood (YTA) program acts as a transitional, life skill development program for youth who have had long-term involvement with Children and Family Services and for those with exceptional circumstances requiring intervention. This program helps youth make the most of the resources available within the community and themselves, and to teach them skills for successful transition into adulthood. Enviros assists with transitions of noncomplex and complex youth who have the potential for independence and success in areas such as education, employment and life-long significant relationships.

The Position - YTA Case Manager

As a YTA Case Manager you will have experience working with youth and families, extensive knowledge of community resources, and an understanding of the Child and Family Services system. By utilizing a client-centered approach, the YTA Worker will assess individual needs of the youth; enhance awareness of community resources; provide life skills training to prepare for independence; teach problem-solving while assisting to develop healthy relationships and enhancing capacities.

For Consideration Applicants Will Need to Demonstrate the Following

• A degree/diploma in the Human Service field
• Experience working with youth
• Awareness of trauma informed practices
• Reliability and ability to work independently
• Wilderness experience will be considered an asset

This position requires good organizational skills and the ability to manage client and documentation workloads.

The Successful Applicant Will Have The Following Qualifications

• A current criminal record check including vulnerable sector (completed in the last 6 months)
• A current Alberta Intervention Record check (completed in the last 6 months)
• Current First Aid and CPR ‘C’
• Must be able to drive own vehicle (no GDL licenses)
• Must have a safe and reliable vehicle
• An ability to work as part of a dynamic team
• Experience working with youth in a community setting is an asset
• Therapeutic Crisis Intervention, Suicide Intervention, Indigenous Teachings are an asset

Enviros believes in the power of diversity and we are dedicated to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment. We ensure equal opportunity for all applicants and encourage people of all visible minorities, including Indigenous applicants, and those of any religion, sex, age, ability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression to apply. Additionally, Enviros is committed to having a workforce of skilled and diversified representation of the population we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, however in our commitment to the population we serve, preference will be given to candidates self-identifying as an Indigenous Person.

Pre-Employment Background Check Requirements

As a condition of employment, all staff working for Enviros are required to complete: Intervention Record Check (IRC) and Criminal Record Check including a Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC). Both checks must be completed prior to the employee’s start date. Please note that this process can take up to six (6) weeks to complete. Enviros will accept IRCs and Criminal Record Checks with VSC that are no more than six (6) months old at the time of hire.