At a Glance
- Tasks: Support caregivers with trauma-informed guidance and practical coaching in homes and communities.
- Company: The Family Centre, dedicated to strengthening family connections and wellbeing.
- Benefits: Full-time position with opportunities for professional growth and community impact.
- Other info: Join a supportive team focused on cultural humility and strengths-based practices.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of children and families while building meaningful relationships.
- Qualifications: Diploma or degree in human services and strong communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 40500 - 49500 $ per year.
Support kinship and foster caregivers across Edmonton with trauma-informed guidance, practical coaching, and culturally responsive relationship-building. Work occurs in homes, communities, and surrounding areas. The Family Centre is recruiting full-time Caregiver Support Workers supporting children and youth involved with Children and Family Services. You will strengthen caregiver capacity through mentorship, modelling, real-time coaching, and soft counselling skills. The work addresses emotional, developmental, behavioural, relational, and cultural needs while promoting safety, wellbeing, belonging, and family connections.
Key Responsibilities:
- Build therapeutic relationships with caregivers, children, youth, and families
- Support placement transitions, permanency planning, access, and reunification efforts
- Promote wellbeing, safety planning, regulation, and family connections
- Collaborate with agencies, Indigenous communities, Bands, and professionals
- Complete accurate reports and case documentation within timelines
Requirements:
- Diploma or degree in human services or related field
- Relevant experience and strong communication and facilitation skills
- Conflict navigation, organization, documentation, and professional judgment
- Computer literacy with Microsoft Office and client systems
- Valid driver's license, reliable vehicle, and required checks
- Bring trauma-informed, culturally humble, and strengths-based practice to caregiver support throughout Edmonton and surrounding communities.
Caregiver Support Worker – Edmonton employer: The-Family-Centre
The Family Centre is an exceptional employer that prioritizes employee well-being and professional growth within a supportive, inclusive environment. With a strong commitment to trauma-informed care, we offer comprehensive training, competitive compensation, and opportunities for meaningful engagement with communities. Our culture fosters authenticity and collaboration, making it an ideal place for those passionate about making a difference in the lives of children, youth, and families.
