Social Services Family Facilitator

Family Facilitator (Full-Time Temporary)

Family Resource Network (FRN)

Lacombe, Alberta

At McMan, we believe help from someone who cares should never be out of reach.

As a respected not-for-profit organization serving Alberta communities since 1975, McMan delivers innovative, responsive, and person-centered services that support children, youth, and families. Through our network of local offices and specialized programs, we help individuals build safety, stability, and stronger futures.

We are currently seeking a Full-Time Temporary Family Facilitator to join our Family Resource Network (FRN) in Red Deer.

About the Program

Funded through the Childcare and Early Intervention Delivery Branch of Alberta's Ministry of Children and Family Services, the Family Resource Network (FRN) provides evidence-informed supports and services to families with children aged 0-18 and youth up to age 24.

FRN services focus on:

• Child development and healthy family functioning
• Wellbeing and early intervention supports
• Caregiver capacity building
• Social connection and community engagement
• Access to family-focused resources and supports

This position offers an opportunity to empower children, youth, and families through education, mentorship, advocacy, and skill development, helping them build strong, healthy relationships and reach their full potential.

Why Join McMan?

At McMan, you'll do more than build a career, you'll make a meaningful difference in the lives of children, youth, and families every day. We are committed to creating a workplace where employees feel supported, valued, and empowered to grow.

When you join our team, you'll benefit from:

• Meaningful work with lasting impact, supporting children, youth, and families to develop healthy relationships and stronger futures.
• Work-life balance, including paid time off and a workplace culture that prioritizes employee wellbeing.
• Comprehensive benefits from day one, including extended health, dental, vision, paramedical coverage, and enhanced mental health supports.
• A supportive and collaborative team environment where your experience, ideas, and contributions are valued.
• Professional growth opportunities through ongoing learning, facilitation experience, community partnerships, and diverse client interactions.
• The opportunity to empower families through education and skill-building, creating positive outcomes for children and youth.

If you're passionate about family support, parent education, youth development, and community connection, we'd love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Facilitate group programs for children, youth, and parents throughout designated communities.
• Travel within the service area to deliver programming and support families.
• Provide education to caregivers regarding children's physical, emotional, social, and developmental milestones.
• Mentor youth in the areas of emotional, behavioural, and social development.
• Connect families with community resources, services, and supports.
• Provide family support, advocacy, and encouragement.
• Work collaboratively with families to build parenting skills, strengthen family relationships, and support positive outcomes for children and youth.
• Deliver services using a strengths-based and family-centered approach.
• Maintain accurate documentation and program records as required.

Qualifications

Required

• Post-secondary diploma in Human Services or a related discipline from a recognized institution.
• Minimum two (2) years of experience facilitating community-based programs.
• Demonstrated experience facilitating groups with children, youth, and/or families.
• Knowledge of child development, parent-child relationships, and family dynamics.
• Ability to model and teach positive parenting strategies.
• Strong communication, facilitation, and relationship-building skills.
• Basic First Aid Level C with CPR/AED certification.
• Suicide Intervention and De-escalation Training.
• Valid Class 5 Driver's License.
• Clean Driver's Abstract.
• Reliable vehicle for occasional client transportation.
• Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search and Intervention Record Check (IRC) *processing times on IRC can be up to 8 weeks* .

Preferred

• Certificate or specialized training in facilitation, parent education, family support, or group leadership.
• Membership in a relevant professional association.
• Experience working with diverse families and communities.
• Knowledge and understanding of Indigenous cultures, communities, and worldviews.

Compensation & Benefits

Hourly Wage: $23.46 - $27.42 per hour

Salary will be negotiated based on education, experience, and qualifications.

Total Compensation Package

Total Compensation Valued at Approximately $58,000 - $68,000 Annually

At McMan, we recognize that compensation extends beyond your hourly wage. In addition to competitive pay, employees receive employer-paid health and dental benefits, vision coverage, mental health supports, paid time off, and mileage reimbursement. We are proud to offer a comprehensive compensation package designed to support your financial wellbeing, health, and work-life balance.

Additional Benefits

• Mileage reimbursement of $0.57/km
• Paid time off
• Comprehensive benefits package effective on your first day of employment, including:
  • Extended health coverage
  • Dental coverage, including orthodontics
  • Vision care
  • Paramedical services with a combined annual maximum of $2,000 annually
  • Mental health coverage of up to $2,500 annually

Schedule

• 40 hours per week
• Flexible scheduling is required.
• Candidates must be available to work afternoons and occasional evenings and weekends to meet program needs and support a diverse range of children, youth, and families.

Apply Today

Competition will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

McMan is committed to the principles of Employment Equity and welcomes applications from diverse backgrounds and lived experiences.