Family Support Worker

Make a Meaningful Impact — and Have Fun Doing It

**Who We Are**

We’re more than just a leading Children’s Services Agency — we’re a passionate and supportive team that believes in making a difference while loving what we do.

CarePros specializes in Trauma-Informed Personalized Community Care and Agency Foster Care for children and youth with complex medical and behavioral needs. Our mission? Empowering youth through cultural connection, family reunification, and transition into adulthood.

**Why This Is The One**

We are seeking passionate individuals to join our team as **Family Support Workers** in **Red Deer, Alberta.** In this role, you'll be pivotal in one of our Family Preservation program homes by offering family-centered, trauma-informed support to a parent/guardian and their child. You will strengthen a parent's capacity while ensuring the youth's safety, stability, and healthy development. By providing supported=parenting coaching and infant/child care, you will contribute to keeping families safely together. With guidance from a dedicated Family Support Team Lead, you'll embark on a rewarding journey of growth and impact at CarePros.

**Available Work Schedules**
- Day (7:30 am - 3:30 pm) 6 days on, 3 days off
- Evening (3:00 pm - 11:00 pm) 6 days on, 3 days off
- Overnight Awake (10:30 pm - 8:00 am) 6 days on, 3 days off
- Temporary Casual (minimum three shifts per month)

**Your Typical Day**
- Establish a relationship to guide and support the parent/guardian through coaching, role modelling, and positive reinforcement
- Use a company vehicle to drive the family to appointments and community/cultural outings
- Facilitate daily routines with the guardian
- Provide coaching on meal prep/planning and bottle hygiene
- Help to facilitate and attend appointments
- Complete and maintain documentation of daily activities and observations
- Participate in ongoing development of supported-parenting plans and safety plans
- Perform routine general program responsibilities such as cleaning and organization

**What You Bring To The Table**
- Direct verifiable experience working with disabled adults with complex needs
- Knowledge of disability care best practices, processes, and procedures
- Family centered, trauma informed care understanding and proven experience
- Completion of a Degree or Diploma in Disability Studies or Social Work is an asset
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Strong technology and computer skills
- Mental Health First Aid is an asset

**Must-Haves**
- Valid Class 5 Alberta Driver’s Licence, 10-Year Alberta Driver’s Abstract, and Alberta auto insurance with $2 million liability in your name
- A clear Child & Youth Intervention Records Check with the Government of Alberta
- Valid Standard First Aid + AED with CPR Level C
- Clear Criminal Record with Vulnerable Sector Check from the last 6 months

**We Offer You**
- Health, Dental, and Vision benefits
- Employee and Family Assistance Program
- Group RRSP matching after 1 year of full-time employment
- Paid training and career development — because your growth matters
- An inclusive, diverse, and supportive culture where we work together to better serve our clients

At CarePros, we don’t just work hard — we celebrate wins, share laughs, and lift each other up. Here, you're part of something bigger, surrounded by people who believe in the power of community, connection, and caring.

Ready to Take Your Career to the Next Level?We’re proud of the recognition our team has earned:

- 2024 ASTech Award for Change Maker: Company
- 2024 Social Impact ScaleUp of the Year
- 2021-2024 The Globe and Mail Canada’s Top Growing Companies
- 2022 New Innovators List - People Leader (Diversity, Equity & Inclusion)
- 2021 Canada's Safest Employer Awards
- 2020 Diversity Award of Distinction from Alberta Chambers of Commerce
- We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted._

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