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Transitions Worker
Description
Transitions Worker
Youth Transitions to Adulthood
Permanent full-time
Internal/External
Meaningful work. Lasting impact.
At McMan Calgary & Area, connection is at our core. Every year, we make a meaningful difference in the lives of more than 5,000 children, youth, adults, and families by providing programs and services that support those with complex needs—including mental health challenges, addictions, homelessness, poverty, and disabilities. We believe in everyone’s deep and infinite worth, and no matter who you are, we will walk alongside you.
Through our work, we rebuild, integrate, and strengthen connections – to self, peers, families, communities, support professionals, and the land – because people need people. Our sense of well-being, identity, and belonging comes from relationships, and healing happens through these connections. Professional supports are there for a season or a reason – not a lifetime – because our goal is to empower individuals and families to thrive independently.
THE ROLE
The Youth Transition to Adulthood (YTA) program provides individualized support to youth to help them prepare for independence. We are currently seeking someone who has a passion for working with youth to join our YTA program as a Transition Worker. The Transition Worker is responsible for supporting youth to locate appropriate housing options based on their needs, build their capacity and self-efficacy, make informed choices and plan for their futures, work towards their education and employment goals, access community resources and services, increase their social connections and build a stronger support network.
The Transition Worker will also be actively involved in supporting youth to address various complex needs including addiction and mental health and teaching life skills that will allow the youth to transition successfully into independence.
This position requires flexibility as well as evening and some weekend work, and the ability to participate in the organization's on-call rotation.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Supporting youth in learning skills required for successful independence, accessing community resources, maintaining their health and well-being and engaging in school and employment
- Helping youth navigate mental health and justice systems
- Identifying and engaging natural supports
- Understanding needs related to pregnancy, childbirth and parenting
- Locating and supporting youth with maintaining safe and affordable housing
- Providing support and coordination for life skills groups and recreational activities
- Working with youth to develop safety plans
IDEAL FIT
Education & Requirements
- Diploma or a Degree in Human Services, Child Studies or a Child and Youth Care Counsellor Degree (CYCC) is preferred
- Current standard First Aid Certification and Suicide Intervention Training
- Current police check and Child Intervention Record Check (current within six months)
- Valid Driver’s license, adequate insurance coverage (2 million dollars 3rd party liability) and own transportation
Skills & Experience
- Experience working with youth with complex needs
- Knowledge of the Natural Supports and Trauma Informed Practice Frameworks
- Demonstrated ability to facilitate relationships and connections where youth expand their personal support networks and find new and meaningful relationships
- Demonstrated skills in crisis intervention, conflict resolution, critical thinking and problem solving, as well as written and verbal communication skills
- Knowledge of appropriate community resources
Core Competencies
- Communication
- Service focused
- Outcome and results focused
- Continuous learning
- Problem solving
- Initiative/innovation
Employee Benefits and Workplace Culture
McMan provides a robust blend of employee benefits, personal days, learning & development, and the opportunity to contribute to the community at large. Access is provided to most benefits within the first month of employment, with a plan that includes income protection, health, dental, paramedical services, vision, prescription drug coverage, an Employee & Family Assistance Program, and a Wellness Spending Account. A 100% employer contribution pension plan is also provided after 6 months of employment. With paid vacation, a flexible schedule, and personal days, the organization encourages a work life balance.
Our organization is on an active reconciliation journey. Indigenous protocols, Elder guidance, and cultural learning are part of our workplace culture. Indigenous staff are supported through relational supervision and cultural practices.
Equal Opportunity
McMan is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognizes that a diverse staff benefits and enriches the work environment and contributes to organizational excellence. We acknowledge that Indigenous lived experience, community connection, and cultural knowledge are valuable forms of expertise. At McMan, we welcome applications from qualified individuals from diverse backgrounds and encourage Indigenous applicants to share their experiences in ways that feel meaningful to them.
Next Steps
If this opportunity sounds like a great fit and you feel you have the skills, background and the desire to work in an extremely rewarding and challenging environment, apply now by providing your COVER LETTER and RESUME explaining your interest in McMan and how you can immediately bring value to this position. If you would like to share your experience in a way that differs from a traditional resume or cover letter, please reach out to people@mcmancalgary.ca.
Salary Range: $49,768.00 to $54,931.00
Closing Date: June 3, 2026
Thank you for applying to McMan. While we appreciate your interest in this role, only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
Note - the successful candidate will be required to provide satisfactory background checks, proof of insurance, and work references.
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