Youth Worker – Back on Track

Youth Worker – Back on Track (Full Time)
YMCA Calgary is a charity that ignites the potential in Calgarians. Since our inception in 1902, we have evolved into a vibrant organization operating in every quadrant of the city. Guided by our core values of honesty, caring, respect and responsibility, YMCA Calgary offers a growing hub of programming & services to address the needs of our community, including connection and belonging, physical and mental wellbeing, child‑care support, language instruction, affordable tutoring and more.

We also ensure that no one is turned away, lowering financial barriers for youth, adults and families through the generous donations of our community. This impact takes place across our 7 health and wellness facilities, 6 childcare centres, 2 outdoor camps and 12+ community programs, empowering people of all ages and life stages to belong, grow, thrive and lead.

Melcor YMCA at Crowfoot

Start Date:

August 31st, 2026

Salary: $48,786.00/year - $60,982.00/year

You can make an impact in the community - locally and across the globe. You will work with a fun culture of people and enjoy many of the benefits and opportunities the YMCA offers:

Complimentary YMCA Calgary membership including a linked membership for dependent children

Comprehensive health and dental benefits. Premiums paid in full by the Association

Pension plan with specified contribution matching by the Association

Anniversary flex day and gifts given to celebrate each year of employment

Program discounts

Ongoing leadership development and opportunities

Leadership award opportunities

Scholarship opportunities

Paid recertification and training

What qualifications are we looking for?

Post‑secondary education in social work or other related fields (psychology, specialized education, sociology, criminology, etc.)

2 to 3 years of experience in youth intervention

Ability to work per a flexible schedule

Excellent administrative abilities

Current Standard First Aid with CPR‑C certificated within the last 12 months from an approved AB OHS provider (Asset if certification is issued by one of the following five Canadian organizations:
Canadian Red Cross, Heart and Stroke Foundation, Lifesaving Society, St John's Ambulance and/or Canadian Ski Patrol)

Evidence of a clear Police Information Check including a Vulnerable Sector Search

Three professional references

What does this role look like at YMCA Calgary?

Intervenes with secondary school students on an individual basis and in a group setting

Supervises and supports students with assigned schoolwork

Facilitates group or one‑to‑one workshops on topics related to the issues faced by program participants (anger management, responsibility, bully, etc.)

Communicates regularly with program Primary Youth Worker and program Supervisor on activities completed as well as participation and engagement of students present

Maintains strong partnerships with schools that refer students to the program

Maintains reports on student participation in the program

Attends meetings with schools as required by the program structure

Maintains strong communication with other team members and organizes coverage for program during meeting, unavailability or as more support is needed

Communicates with parents on an as‑needed basis (e.g., when the student is absent)

Completes other general administrative duties

Adheres to the YMCA Child and Vulnerable Adults Protection and Procedures and Code of Conduct

Must be able and willing to travel between assigned YMCA Branch, including referring schools

Understands and integrates the value of philanthropy, and participates in Annual Campaign and fundraising events

Supports with other branch or association duties as requested

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time.

What qualities do we look for in YMCA Calgary Staff and Volunteers?

Developing Self and Others:
Developing people with a view toward present and future capacity.

Building Purposeful Relationships:
Relating to people authentically with…