Job Description

The Program

Taproot Community Support Services (formerly WJS Canada) works to improve the lives of persons in their communities through a variety of programs and services.



Spirit of Our Youth provides Indigenous culturally-based programming in multiple home-based programs in Edmonton. The Team Leader will be assigned to a program but may be called to work at any of the other sites during their shift to assist with duties or to provide support in urgent situations.



Through positive role-modeling and a trauma-informed approach to care, all employees focus on supporting youth in planning for their future and in creating healthy relationships with their families & communities.



Each youth (between ages 3 to 17 years) has opportunities to access traditional Indigenous teachings, cultural opportunities including sweats, sharing circles, smudging, pipe ceremonies, feasts, round dances, languages and access to community Elders and Knowledge Keepers.

In Your Role You Will

Oversee youth program staff performance through ongoing feedback, staff supervision and regular performance reviews. Prepare menus and recreation plans Initiate new staff training and orientation. Meet with staff for case consultation and youth file reviews. Prepare and maintain staff schedules - including holiday requests, leaves of absence, etc. Review & approve timesheets; ensure completeness and accuracy. Help employees with conflict resolution and address disciplinary matters. Ensure employees adhere to organizational policies, procedures and CAC accreditation standards and that incidents are managed and reported accordingly. Coordinate all youth intakes and discharges Advocate for youth in the group homes and programs. Advise and oversee implementation of individualized service plans and youth programming. Provide On-call coverage Liaise with Child and Family Services and other external agencies/professionals involved with youth served. Complete monthly reports.

The Position

We are looking for an experienced, adaptable Team Lead to oversee a youth home. You must share our values of integrity, resilience, teamwork and be open to cultural involvement.



The Team Leader is responsible for supervising the day-to-day operations in the group home. The Team Leader provides and maintains a safe, supportive and culturally open environment in order to support the development of the youth and staff.



Schedule:

One (1) Permanent full-time position working 40 hours per week

Monday through Friday, occasional evening and weekends expected. Will be required to provide 1 week of on-call support every 6-8 weeks.

Mandatory Pre-Employment Screenings and Checks

Prior to confirmation of employment, all applicants must provide a copy of a current Criminal Record Check and/or Government Screening Letter. These checks vary depending on province and sector and will be communicated by the Program Hiring Team.

As An Ideal Candidate You Possess

Degree or Diploma in Child and Youth Care, Social Work, Family Services or Human Services field, etc. Minimum 5 years experience in Child and Youth Care. 2+ years supervisory experience in a social services role. A current (within past 6 months) criminal record check and Children's Services Intervention check prior to confirmation of employment Must have - Class 5 Driver's Licence or GDL (driver for minimally 3 years) with clean driver's abstract & personal car insurance (2 million in third party liability) First Aid/CPR Certificate Level C Suicide Intervention, Self Harm, Crisis Intervention and Medication Administration training Indigenous awareness and cultural diversity training and awareness and understanding of Alberta Child, Youth and Family Enhancement Act. Able to lift 50 lbs Excellent verbal and written communication skills Ability to remain calm, be self-motivated & able to motivate others.

What Taproot Community Support Services Does

In 2013, Spirit of our Youth became part of Taproot Community Support Services, the largest privately-owned national social services company in Canada. While operating autonomously, Spirit has full access to the extensive Taproot Community Support Services resources. Each day 600 dedicated Taproot employees provide a wide range of proven and innovative services to more than 1300 people in three provinces. Taproot serves many First Nation and Metis communities in British Columbia, Alberta and Ontario, emphasizing cultural diversity and respect.



Spirit of Our Youth was started in 2000 out of a passion for helping Indigenous youth. From one home in Central Edmonton we have grown to operate five Group Homes as well as a Drive and Supervised Visits program.

Our Employees Enjoy

Work/life balance Learning and career development opportunities Competitive wages and salaries Paid vacation and benefits for eligible employees Matching RRSP plan for eligible employees within Alberta Professional development opportunities and job-related training Employee and Family Assistance Program Long Service Milestone rewards Employee referral bonus program


No candidate will meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we've identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we'd love to learn more about you! Please apply.



Equal-Opportunity Employer

Our commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment is unwavering. We believe that varied backgrounds and experiences fuel innovation and success. As an equal-opportunity employer, we prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion across all operations. We're seeking candidates passionate about contributing to our multicultural teams and enriching our workplace with their unique insights and cultural sensitivity.

We encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply and join us in fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment.

Website reference

For more information on Spirit of Our Youth and Taproot Community Support Services or to apply for this position, visit our website at www.spirityouth.ca.

Closing Statement

No telephone calls please. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be notified.