Description
We are a non-profit organization with offices in Brooks, Crowsnest Pass, Lethbridge, Medicine Hat and Pincher Creek, and we serve those communities and the surrounding area.
At McMan South we work collectively to reshape lives. Whether they are the lives of individuals we work for or the lives of the bright and talented employees we work with – we focus on human connection. Our staff are specialized professionals with diverse backgrounds and experience who enjoy a positive organizational culture. Staff have opportunities for professional development and career advancement that leads to high levels of staff retention. We believe that by treating our employees well, in a healthy and safe environment, they will feel empowered to help our service participants to the best of their ability.
About the position:
The FASD Transition Mentor will provide education, information, and one-to-one support to service impacted, or potentially impacted, by FASD, and residing at the Medicine Hat Remand Centre. Additionally, the role will offer participants/offenders transitional support to community or other applicable addictions and mental health resources and facilitate the FASD assessment and diagnosis process for eligible participants/offenders within the Medicine Hat Remand Centre.
The schedule for this position is Monday-Thursday, 8:30am-4:30pm. This is a term position, ending July 31, 2026.
Key Responsibilities:
- Weekly FASD education sessions.
- One-to-one support for clients/offenders being released from Medicine Hat Remand Centre and diagnosed or potentially impacted by Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD).
- Connection to resources in the community of release e.g. housing, financial, personal identification, mental health and addictions support, connection to healthy personal/familial contacts.
- Support through the South East Alberta FASD Diagnostic Clinic (Bridges Family Programs) including acquiring Prenatal Alcohol Exposure confirmation (PAE), intake and information gathering and documentation.
- Facilitation of Restorative Justice Conferencing and/or Peacemaking Circles if applicable.
- Facilitate FASD training to Remand Staff and community supports to increase their FASD capacity- – these sessions will be provided in conjunction with the current SEAFAN educators and facilitators.
- Actively seek out community resources and build community support resource base.
- Working within the Towards Healthy Outcomes framework.
- Collect and enter data for In Reach evaluation.
- Schedule is primarily Monday-Thursday, with flexibility to meet the needs of participants. Some evenings and weekends are expected.
Benefits:
- Hourly rate: $22.49-25.30 per hour, based on education and experience.
- Extensive group benefits package including dental and prescription drug coverage, and immediate access to a 24/7 Employee Assistance Program.
Requirements & Qualifications:
- Post Secondary education in justice, social work, or a related field; a combination of education and experience may be considered.
- Three years’ work experience in justice or a related field preferred.
- Experience working with diverse populations and with multiple stakeholders.
- Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of FASD and experience working in the disability sector, and knowledge regarding mental health and addictions.
- Public speaking experience and ability.
- Ability and comfort to transport individuals who are justice involved.
- Demonstrate professionalism within all aspects of employment, with attention to accuracy and detail.
- Demonstrate an ability to work alone with vulnerable populations.
- Microsoft Office abilities (SharePoint, One Drive, Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
- Current Standard First Aid CPR Level C Certificate or CSA Standard Z1210-17 Intermediate First Aid Certificate
- Current Police Information Check with vulnerable sector.
- Valid Class 5 Driver’s License, 3-year non-commercial Driver’s Abstract, and use of reliable vehicle with $2M Third Party Liability insurance.
How to Apply:
To apply for this position, please upload your resume and cover letter to Indeed.
Application Deadline: April 6, 2026
Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term contract
Pay: $22.49-$25.30 per hour
Expected hours: 32.0 per week
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
Work Location: In person