Foster Parent

4 days ago

Edmonton, Canada McMan Youth, Family and Community Services Association - Edmonton and North Full time

**BECOMING A FOSTER PARENT**

For over 30 years, McMan has been providing foster care services in Edmonton and Northern Alberta. Our foster care programs offer safe, caring homes to children who, for a variety of reasons, are unable to live with their own families. While a foster home is usually temporary, our ultimate goal is to help children return to their families or be adopted, ensuring their journey is filled with love, hope, and stability.
- _**Do you see yourself as caring, patient, and flexible?**_
- _**Do you believe that relationships and respect have a positive influence on child development?**_
- _**Can you communicate effectively and professionally with other team members?**_

If these statements describe you, then fostering may be right for you

**What We Are Looking For**:
McMan Edmonton and Northern Alberta, including areas such as Fort McMurray, Grande Prairie, Whitecourt, Bonnyville, Edson, Cold Lake and surrounding communities.

**Foster Parent Responsibilities**:

- Provide for the emotional, social, educational, and physical needs of the child(ren) in your care
- Collaborate with a team of professionals to create and implement a care plan that supports each child’s goals and development
- Facilitate and support family connections when appropriate, as directed by the case team
- Commit to ongoing learning and development, including attending training to ensure you are equipped to provide trauma-informed care
- Maintain documentation and reporting in accordance with McMan’s policies and guidelines

**Eligibility Requirements**:

- Applicants must be 18 years and older, have Canadian citizenship or have permanent residency status in Canada.
- Applicants must own or rent their own home.
- Applicants must own a reliable and insured vehicle and be able to provide a **Driver’s Abstract**.
- You are able to provide a clear **Child Intervention Check**.
- You are able to provide a clear **Criminal Record Check with a Vulnerable Sector Search**.
- We’re here to guide you through the process and answer any questions you may have

**To begin, applicants will**:

- Complete required background checks for all adults living in the home
- Complete PRIDE pre-service training modules online
- Complete an approved **SAFE Home Study**:

- Once approved, complete a licensing package and home inspection

**What We Offer**:
We are committed to supporting you throughout your journey as a foster parent. Here’s what you can expect:

- Dedicated Foster Care worker assigned to your family.
- Monthly and as-needed meetings for ongoing support
- Access to a 24-hour on-call system for assistance
- Advocacy and connection with other foster parents.
- Comprehensive training to enhance your skills in trauma-informed care
- Tax-free per diem to help cover the child’s basic needs from $41-55 per night/per child

**Why Choose McMan?**

At McMan, we prioritize building strong, supportive partnerships with our foster parents, recognizing them as essential members of the team. Our experienced, empathic Foster Care Workers take a collaborative and personalized approach, ensuring that each family's unique needs are met with kindness, flexibility, and creativity. We advocate for our families, providing long-term support and solutions that reflect the whole family dynamic. With McMan, foster parents can count on a compassionate, dedicated team that works together to create positive, lasting change for children in care.
- #INDLP_

Pay: $15.00-$54.93 per hour

Work Location: In person

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