Nisa Foundation·Calgary, Alberta
Provide supervision, safety, and trauma-informed care for children and youth to support mothers in a transitional shelter. Facilitate skill-building activities and maintain detailed documentation while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.
Childcare Worker -
Job TitleChild & Youth WorkerJob Status Part-time (10-15hrs/week)Reports toChildcare Program LeadLocationNisa Homes - Calgary
Are you ready to embark on a rewarding journey that enables you to make a meaningful difference in your community?
What is Nisa Homes?
Working from a holistic, culturally, and religiously responsive approach, Nisa Homes provides residents with a safe transitional shelter for healing. Our staff provide assistance with the goal of helping residents attain long-term independence and self-sufficiency
The Child & Youth Worker will be responsible for providing child-minding services to the residents at Nisa Homes. Under the supervision of the Childcare Lead, the Child & Youth Worker will play an integral role in supporting the residents on their journey to regain independence and fulfill the steps required to move out.
Provide supervision and ensure the safety and well-being of all children and youth.
Maintain a structured, consistent, and trauma-informed environment.
Facilitate structured skill-building and recreational activities with a focus on:
Emotional regulation skills
Coping strategies
communication and interpersonal skills
Other child-centered goals
Provide child-minding in an effort to support mothers as they work towards meeting their goals.
Provide one-on-one support and mentorship.
Complete accurate and timely daily documentation, activity logs, incident reports, and other administrative tasks.
Work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams to support individualized family goals (reinforcing routines, supporting parenting strategies, contributing to overall stability, etc.)
Maintain professional communication with families and external stakeholders when appropriate.
Support the implementation of house routines, rules, and programming.
Participate in community outreach events and workshops when available.
Relevant degree such as Child and Youth Worker, Early Childhood Educator or related field especially with regard to homelessness and vulnerable women and will have a minimum of 2-3 years’ experience. Other combinations of education, experience, and training may be considered.
Able to adhere to highest standards of ethical care and confidentiality policies;
Additional languages are an asset.
Strong understanding of the needs and issues of different social groups, including women experiencing or at risk of homelessness, women fleeing abuse, and newcomers.
Nisa Foundation is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to complying with both the Ontario Human Rights Code and the AODA.
Requires a relevant degree in Child and Youth Work, Early Childhood Education, or a related field with 2-3 years of experience. Candidates must have a strong understanding of the needs of vulnerable women, newcomers, and those experiencing homelessness.
Market context
In Alberta, child and youth worker roles are often tied to community, shelter, and support services, where demand reflects ongoing need for staff who can work with vulnerable populations. These positions are competitive because employers look for both relevant education and 2–3 years of experience, plus a clear understanding of the needs of vulnerable women, newcomers, and people experiencing homelessness. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, and tailor your application to show direct experience with trauma-informed, community-based support.