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Taproot Community Support Services

Youth Worker Overnight Awake Support, Part-Time

Edmonton, AB, Canada

Part-time

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Job type: Part-time
Closing date: Oct 15, 2026
Experience: Min. 2 years' experience Child and Youth Work, in a group home &/or community setting
Posting language: English
Posted: May 27, 2026

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The Program

Spirit of Our Youth is a division of Taproot Community Support Services. At Taproot, we’re a 100 percent employee-owned organization through an Employee Ownership Trust (EOT). Every employee is an owner from their first day, with a voice in shaping Taproot’s future and the opportunity to share in employee ownership dividends.

Spirit of Our Youth provides culturally based programming, support, and safe home-based accommodations to First Nations, Metis and Inuit children and youth, ages 3 through 18. Our trauma-informed services empower those we serve and help foster community connections with honesty, compassion and respect.

Our well-maintained homes are in safe, established neighborhoods. Close to schools, playgrounds and easy access to transportation, our homes are part of the community and create a welcoming environment. We provide healthy routines, which include recreational opportunities and transportation.

Traditional teachings can empower youth to make strong connections with family and community. Each youth has access to culturally knowledgeable staff who can provide individual support and connection to cultural opportunities including sweats, weekly sharing circles, smudging, pipe ceremonies, feasts, round dances, traditional healing, languages and access to community Elders and Cultural Helpers.

The Position

During overnight hours (approx. 2300 to 0700), the Youth Worker, working awake night shifts, will support and supervise children & youth living at the home, ensuring a consistent, healthy and safe environment and immediate support in crisis situations. The Youth Worker will also perform household cleaning duties, complete log notes/reports, etc.

Scheduling;

Two (2) permanent part-time positions with a schedule of 24hrs-32hrs per week:

Position 1=24 hours, Friday through Sunday 2300-0700
Position 2=32 hours, Monday through Thursday 2300-0700

Typical Overnight Shift May Include

2300 (overnight awake) ensure a consistent, healthy and safe environment for children in care, including regular bed checks. Assist with any night time supports as required.
From time client(s) wake - 0700- provide wake up calls to youth according to schedule, assist/model a regular morning routine: prepare and serve/eat breakfast family-style with the kids, assist younger kids with brushing teeth/hair, dressing, etc
You may be required to travel between programs during your shift to provide assistance during crisis situations.

In Your Role You Will

Be a positive role model for the children & youth.
Ensure individuals basic needs are met
Assist with operation/maintenance of the residence/program facility (May include cleaning, laundry, dishwashing, vacuuming or assisting the youth in care with the completion of these tasks, etc.)
Cooperate with other team members to plan, support and/or deliver culturally appropriate programs, services, workshops, and outings.
Complete paperwork - log book, contact notes, medication, Critical Incident reports etc.
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

Min. 2 years' experience Child and Youth Work, in a group home &/or community setting
Experience supporting/teaching Indigenous children/youth, is an asset
Certificate, Diploma or Degree in Social Work, Child and Youth Work, other human services, Education, Sociology or Psychology, Criminology, etc.
MUST HAVE held a class 5 driver's for a minimum of 3 years and be able to provide a clear driver's abstract.
Must be able to handle crisis situations, to ensure safety for youth in the program.
First Aid/CPR Certificate
Suicide Intervention, Self Harm, Crisis Intervention and Medication Administration training
Indigenous Awareness and cultural diversity training
An understanding of Indigenous cultural practices and traditions
Able to work and follow Spirit of Our Youth Homes Inc. policies and procedures and adhere to Alberta Child, Youth and Family Enhancement Act.
Able to lift 50 lbs.
MUST HAVE excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

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 over 800 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 Métis communities in British Columbia, Alberta and Ontario, emphasizing cultural diversity and respect.

As a Certified B Corporation, we harness business for good. Since 1983 we’ve grown steadily, now delivering support across Alberta, British Columbia, and Ontario through more than 90 contracts.

Our 800-plus employee-owners live by five shared values: we are stronger together, we lead with optimism, we embrace challenges, we respect every voice, and we go above and beyond. Guided by these principles, we deliver more than 125 community-based services each year. We walk alongside about 1,600 children, youth, families, and people with diverse abilities, with revenues exceeding $70 million.

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

Employee ownership from day one through our EOT, with opportunity for profit-sharing dividends
Work/life balance
Learning and career development opportunities
Fair and competitive wages
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
A values-driven workplace - as a Certified B Corp, we're committed to using business as a force for good

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 .

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.

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

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Responsibilities

The Youth Worker provides overnight awake support and supervision to youth in a residential setting, ensuring a safe and healthy environment. Responsibilities include crisis management, household maintenance, and completing detailed documentation such as log notes and incident reports.

Requirements

Candidates must have a minimum of 2 years of experience in child and youth work and hold a relevant certificate, diploma, or degree. A valid class 5 driver's license with a clear abstract and various safety certifications like First Aid/CPR are mandatory.

Skills

Child and youth work
Crisis intervention
Trauma-informed care
First aid
CPR
Suicide intervention
Self-harm prevention
Medication administration
Indigenous awareness
Cultural diversity
Communication skills
Report writing
Household maintenance
Documentation
Supervision

Benefits

Employee ownership
Profit-sharing dividends
Work/life balance
Learning and career development opportunities
Paid vacation
Benefits
Matching RRSP plan
Professional development opportunities
Employee and Family Assistance Program
Long service milestone rewards
Employee referral bonus program

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Keywords

Youth Worker
Group Home
Trauma-informed
Indigenous
First Nations
Metis
Inuit
Crisis Intervention
First Aid
CPR
Suicide Intervention
Medication Administration
Social Work
Child and Youth Work
Psychology
Criminology
Education
Residential Care
Employee Ownership Trust
B Corp

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