Position Summary

Family Services of Central Alberta (FSCA) is seeking a qualified and dedicated Parent-Child Assistance Program (PCAP) Mentor to join our team. This role provides relationship-based support to individuals who are capable of having children, who have self-reported use of alcohol and/or drugs OR people with a FASD diagnosis themselves or delivered a child with FASD. The PCAP Mentor supports individuals with life skills, maintaining sobriety or reducing use of substances, and self-directed goals to promote healthy, independent lives.

About Family Services of Central Alberta

Family Services of Central Alberta is a nonprofit organization that provides preventive, supportive, and early intervention services throughout Central Alberta. Our mission is to maintain dignity, enhance autonomy, and strengthen relationships through high-quality, evidence-informed services. Staff in this program consistently report that meaningful connection, long-term relationship building, and supporting family resilience are among the most rewarding aspects of their work.

Why Join FSCA?

FSCA offers:
• A supportive and collaborative team environment
• Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development
• Meaningful work that creates long-term, measurable impact in the lives of families
• A mission-driven culture rooted in dignity, respect, and evidence-informed practice

• Comprehensive benefits package available after probationary period

• Three weeks’ vacation and ample time provided for sick leave and appointments to promote work-life balance.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide mentoring and support to program participants.
• Carry a caseload of up to 15 participants.
• Assist clients in developing individualized, client-led goals that promote stability, well-being, and resilience.
• Support clients in navigating and accessing community resources (e.g., mental health supports, addiction recovery services, housing, parenting programs).
• Promote healthy parent–child interactions and assist clients in developing strategies to strengthen family functioning, for individuals who are parenting.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with program requirements and agency standards.
• Participate in supervision, case consultations, team meetings, and required training.

What We’re Looking For
• Experience supporting individuals affected by substance use, addictions, mental health concerns, trauma, or FASD.
• Demonstrated ability to engage with families experiencing complex challenges in a respectful, non-judgmental, and culturally sensitive manner.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed practice, community resources, and child development principles.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including thorough documentation and case management abilities.
• Post-secondary education in Social Work, Human Services, Psychology, Child & Youth Care, or a related field is preferred. Equivalent experience will be considered.
• Valid Alberta Driver’s License and access to a reliable vehicle for community-based work.
• Current Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search and Child Intervention Record Check.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume and cover letter to: " rel="nofollow noopener ugc"> We thank all applicants for their time. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.