Child and Youth Development Worker

PUBLISHED: NOVEMBER 5, 2024
- EXPIRY: DECEMBER 5, 2024
- ONSITE
- CALGARY, ALBERTA
- FULL TIME
- SOCIAL SERVICES

**Summary**:
Reporting directly to the Senior Manager of Integrated Support Services, the Child and Youth Development Worker will work collaboratively with the Child and Youth Development (CYD) team to provide scheduled childminding for shelter families as well as emergent respite childminding for shelter families. The CYD Worker will also develop and facilitate daily activities/programming for children, youth, and their families.

**Description**:
**Are you a changemaker? Come on INN**

**Who Are We?**

We’re an amazing team, doing amazing things every day. Inn from the Cold is the largest organization in the Calgary region dedicated to supporting families experiencing a housing crisis.

At Inn from the Cold, we offer more than a job; we provide an opportunity to make a profound impact on the lives of families in need. Our values guide us — compassion, accountability, respect, inclusivity, courage, and innovation. We are driven by our vision of a thriving community where every child and family has a safe and stable place to call home.

We prioritize people, recognizing the uniqueness and worth of everyone who walks through our doors. Our commitment to reconciliation and equity is not just a statement; it's a journey we're dedicated to, actively working alongside Indigenous peoples and marginalized communities to dismantle oppressive structures. As a trauma-informed organization, we create a safe and supportive environment, promoting healing and resilience.

We are a multidisciplinary team united by a shared vision, mission and values. Collaboration is at the heart of our work, and we believe that diverse perspectives drive our success. It is this diversity and the respect and value we have for each other and our community that makes us stronger.

If this sounds like a place where you would want to work, please review the position below to see if there’s a fit with your skills and experience.

**What Are We Looking For?**
- **Position Title**: Child and Youth Development Worker
- **Job Type**: Full Time (40 hours/week)
- **Department**: Programs & Services
- **Reports to Manager**: Integrated Support Services

**Position Overview**

Reporting directly to the Senior Manager of Integrated Support Services, the Child and Youth Development Worker will work collaboratively with the Child and Youth Development (CYD) team to provide scheduled childminding for shelter families as well as emergent respite childminding for shelter families. The CYD Worker will also develop and facilitate daily activities/programming for children, youth, and their families. This role requires knowledge and understanding of child and youth development to provide developmentally appropriate play experiences within a trauma-informed, Indigenous, and cultural lens. This position is 40 hours per week and requires flexible work hours to support program needs a minimum of one weekday evening and alternating Saturdays.

**What You’ll Do**
- Provide scheduled childminding for families in the shelter, including emergent childminding when requested
- Assist in developing and facilitating appropriate activities for children, youth, and parents/guardians
- Develop working relationships with families and model positive relationships and boundaries with parent-child interactions
- Engage with families and observe children and youth for signs of learning challenges or emotional needs and provide updates to the CYD Case Manager
- Put together welcome boxes and activities for families when they arrive at the shelter
- Work collaboratively with the CYD team members, and volunteers when onsite
- Clearly and effectively communicate in a manner that children and youth understand
- Maintain confidentiality of family information in accordance with IFTC policies.
- Maintain appropriate documentation and case notes of support provided to families using established systems - HOMES, TEAMS, Program Drive folders
- Ensure accuracy, confidentiality, and safekeeping of agency records according to the Freedom of Information & Protection of Privacy Act (FOIP)
- Ensure all appropriate referral documentation is complete and on time.

This position description reflects the general duties of the role but is not intended to include all duties that may be inherent in the position. Family Support Workers may be asked to perform other duties as required or assigned.

**What You Bring to Our Mission**
- Early Childhood Education Diploma (Level 1,2 & 3) is preferred; relevant education in a human services field and experience working with children, youth, and families may also be considered
- Minimum two years of experience working with children and families with a strong focus on parenting strategies
- Working knowledge of child development theories and practices
- Current First Aid with Level C CPR required.
- Ability to successfully work with children an