Team Lead – Beacon Program (Child & Youth Program)

Team Lead Child & Youth Program

Company Overview

• Respect Honoring identity voice and rights
• Trust Building dependable transparent relationships
• Security Ensuring physical emotional and psychological safety
• Integrity Acting with honesty and accountability
• Cultural Competence Embracing diversity and inclusive care
• Empathy Responding with compassion and understanding

Job Summary

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct hands-on care to children and youth in the program.
• Implement structured routines to support emotional regulation and skill-building.
• Assist with personal care toileting meal preparation and medication administration.
• Facilitate recreational activities social skills development and community outings.
• Ensure positive behavior support strategies are followed consistently.

• Supervise and mentor Child & Youth Support Workers.
• Provide coaching feedback and hands-on training to staff.
• Ensure staff follow individualized care plans de-escalation protocols and reporting guidelines.
• Conduct staff check-ins shift handovers and performance reviews.

• Oversee daily program operations to ensure smooth delivery of services.
• Maintain a safe clean and structured environment for children and youth.
• Support transportation coordination for school attendance and community engagement.
• Ensure program schedules and activity calendars are followed.
• Identify areas for program improvement and collaborate with management to implement solutions.

• Serve as the first point of contact for behavioral escalations or crisis situations.
• Implement de-escalation techniques and support children through emotional regulation.
• Follow incident reporting procedures and ensure documentation is completed.
• Communicate with families caseworkers and external agencies when necessary.

• Maintain accurate client progress notes medication logs and incident reports.
• Ensure compliance with CARF accreditation standards and FSCD funding requirements.
• Support quality assurance processes to ensure program effectiveness.

Qualifications & Skills

• First Aid/CPR (required or willing to obtain).
• Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (preferred).
• Valid Class 5 drivers license and ability to transport clients (preferred).

• Strong leadership communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to balance direct client care with staff supervision.
• Experience with FSCD services trauma-informed care and behavior intervention techniques.
• Flexible adaptable and calm under pressure in crisis situations.

Schedule & Compensation

• Work Schedule: Flexible hours including evenings weekends and on-call rotations.
• Location: Project Hope - Child & Youth Program (Edmonton AB).
• Compensation: Competitive salary based on experience with growth opportunities.

Why Join Us

• Be part of a client-centered inclusive organization.
• Gain leadership experience in a structured supportive program.
• Work in a team environment with professional development opportunities.
• Help empower children and youth with autism and developmental disabilities.