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Wheatland - Counsellor, Youth & Family I / IIWood’s Homes • Strathmore, AB, CA
Wheatland - Counsellor, Youth & Family I / II

Wheatland - Counsellor, Youth & Family I / II

Wood’s Homes • Strathmore, AB, CA
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Wheatland - Counsellor, Youth & Family I / II

510 Westmount Dr, Strathmore, AB T1P 1B2, Canada

Job Description

Posted Tuesday, August 26, 2025 at 8 : 00 AM

Wood's Homes is a not-for-profit mental health centre based in Calgary, with locations across Alberta. Our mission is to build good mental health and well-being so everyone can thrive in their community. Are you a passionate and dedicated individual interested in making a difference in the lives of children, young people and families? Are you committed to cultivating an inclusive culture that encourages, supports and celebrates diverse voices at every level? Then we want you to join the Wood's Homes team.

About us

At Wood’s Homes, we prioritize dignity, integrity, and respect in all our interactions. We are committed to reducing stigma, promoting mental health, and supporting Truth and Reconciliation, diversity, and inclusivity.Commitment to high-risk adolescents, challenged with some very tough issues, is not easy. These are the times when our frontline workers spring into action. The type of work we do requires quick thinking, patience, confidence, forgiveness and persistence.

Why Choose Us?

  • Competitive compensation package which includes :

Acuity premium ($1.00-$2.00 / hr) depending on program area.

  • Shift premium ($3.00 / hr) for all hours worked between 11 : 00pm and 7 : 00am
  • YFC-I Salary Range : $21.25-$27.95; YFC-II Salary Range : $22.06 -$30.26
  • Employer / Employee paid health benefits through Sunlife after six months of continuous full-time employment.
  • Pension contributions after a year of continuous full-time employment.
  • Wood’s Homes offers a premier training program (Wood’s Academy) that includes three weeks of on-site training and development from experts in the field prior to starting as a Youth and Family Counsellor in a program. Employees leave Woods Academy with a fulsome understanding of their role and the theoretical models that are utilized in each program area.
  • Opportunities for growth and professional development in an organization that is supportive, collaborative, and the industry standard for mental health care, occupational health and safety, and employee development.
  • The Role

    The Youth and Family Counsellor is responsible for the direct care and treatment of children within our programs. Providing support and services that impact the healing and wellbeing of children, young people, and families through individualized case management, as well as the ongoing development of structure, routine, and goal setting within the program’s therapeutic milieu.

    The Youth and Family Counsellor works on a rotational shift schedule 4 days on / 4 days off which includes days, evenings, weekends and awake overnight shifts, ensuring 24 / 7 coverage for the youth in our care.

    Responsibilities :

  • Lead therapeutic interventions and case management for children and families, including attending meetings and consultations.
  • Create and maintain a structured environment that supports therapeutic engagement and increased functioning.
  • Teach daily life skills, including chores, routines, and personal hygiene.
  • Develop and revise individual care plans and goals in collaboration with other team members.
  • Provide cultural and spiritual engagement opportunities, connecting youth with Elders and spiritual leaders.
  • Manage crisis situations using non-abusive restraint techniques aligned with Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI).
  • Perform tasks related to program functioning, such as meal preparation, cleaning, and transportation.
  • Ensure program compliance with Children and Family Services Licensing, COR Certification, and Accreditation Standards.
  • Qualifications :

  • Must have a Class 5 driver’s license and own transportation.
  • Current CPR and First Aid Certification.
  • Diploma or undergraduate degree in Social Sciences, Child and Youth Care, Addictions and Mental Health, Peer Support, Social Work, Nursing, or a related field, with a minimum of two to four years of related experience.
  • Two years of experience working with vulnerable populations within various systems including the child welfare, homeless serving, criminal justice, developmental disabilities, or FSCD systems of care.
  • At Wood’s Homes we embrace each other’s differences and strive to learn and grow from them. If you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process, feel free to let us know and we'll be more than happy to assist you.

    Why choose us.We are committed to a workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We empower and are advocates for our employees by welcoming, respecting and valuing their unique perspectives, backgrounds and experiences.At Wood’s Homes we embrace each other’s differences and strive to learn and grow from them. Should you need accommodation during the interview please inform your contact prior to the interview and let them know what you require.We offer competitive pay, great health and pension benefits, and a supportive and inclusive workplace environment with plenty of opportunities for professional growth. Bring your unique strengths, skills and passion to Wood’s Homes.Please visit us at www.woodshomes.ca for complete information about and our organization.

    We sincerely thank all applicants for their interest in this position; however, only those moving forward in the selection process will be contacted.

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